Question

1. a zebra runs 15 miles in 30 minutes. a horse runs 20 miles in 35 minutes. the zebra and the horse run at constant rates. part a circle an answer choice to complete the statement. the ____ runs at a slower rate. horse zebra

Explanation:

Step1: Calculate zebra's speed

Speed = Distance/Time. For the zebra, distance $d_1 = 15$ miles and time $t_1=30$ minutes. The speed of the zebra $s_1=\frac{15}{30}= 0.5$ miles per minute.

Step2: Calculate horse's speed

For the horse, distance $d_2 = 20$ miles and time $t_2 = 35$ minutes. The speed of the horse $s_2=\frac{20}{35}=\frac{4}{7}\approx0.571$ miles per minute.

Step3: Compare speeds

Since $0.5<0.571$, the zebra runs at a slower rate.

Answer:

zebra