Wynona's Driving Distance and Time

The video tutorial explains how to solve a distance problem using the formula Distance = Rate x Time. It involves calculating the distance between Red Bluff and Cottonwood based on given average speeds and time spent. The instructor sets up a table to organize information, defines variables, and solves equations to find the driving time and distance. The solution reveals that the distance is 300 miles. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the problem, organizing data, and careful calculation.

What was Wynona's average speed on her trip to Red Bluff?

• 40 miles per hour

• 50 miles per hour

• 70 miles per hour

• 60 miles per hour

How long did Wynona stay in Cottonwood?

• 11 hours

• 49 hours

• 38 hours

• 24 hours

What formula is used to calculate distance in this problem?

• Distance = Time / Rate

• Distance = Speed / Time

• Distance = Rate x Time

• Distance = Rate + Time

What is the total driving time for Wynona's trip?

• 11 hours

• 38 hours

• 49 hours

• 60 hours

If the total driving time is 11 hours, what variable represents the time to Cottonwood?

• Y

• Z

• X

• W

What equation represents the equality of distances to and from Cottonwood?

• 50x = 60(11 - x)

• 60x = 50(11 - x)

• 60x = 11 - 50x

• 50x = 11 - 60x

How many hours did Wynona spend driving to Cottonwood?

• 7 hours

• 6 hours

• 8 hours

• 5 hours

How many hours did Wynona spend driving back from Cottonwood?

• 7 hours

• 6 hours

• 5 hours

• 4 hours

What is the distance from Red Bluff to Cottonwood?

• 300 miles

• 250 miles

• 200 miles

• 350 miles

Why is it important to organize information in a table before solving such problems?

• To make the problem look complex

• To confuse the solver

• To avoid using formulas

• To ensure all data is considered