Challenging Math Word Problems for Grade 9

Mandy had 2/3 pound of watermelon. She ate 1/3 of the 2/3, how much does she have left?

• 1/3

• 1/4

• 2/3

• 4/5

A train travels 60 miles in 1.5 hours. What is the average speed of the train in miles per hour?

• 30 mph

• 40 mph

• 45 mph

• 50 mph

• $42.50

• $45.00

• $47.50

• $50.00

George is training for a marathon. The following chart shows his time (in hours) and distance run (in miles) for each of four days.

Look at the image. 

On which day did George have the highest average speed?

• Monday

• Tuesday

• Wednesday 

• Thursday 

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