Question

mrs. mendez is driving her car on a road trip. she drives 55 miles per hour for 4 hours. after that, she drives 45 miles per hour for 3 hours.
a) how many miles did mrs. mendez drive during the first part of the trip?
b) how many miles did she drive during the second part of the trip?

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate first part distance

Distance = speed × time, so $55 \times 4$

Step2: Compute first part result

$55 \times 4 = 220$

Step3: Calculate second part distance

Distance = speed × time, so $45 \times 3$

Step4: Compute second part result

$45 \times 3 = 135$

Answer:

a) 220 miles
b) 135 miles