Question

In 1855, Louis Remme traveled from Sacramento, California, to Portland, Oregon, stopping to rest for only 10
hours of the 143 hours it took him to reach Portland. If his average speed while traveling without resting was 5
miles per hour, how many miles did Louis Remme travel?
A 665
B 705
C 715
D 765

Answer 1

Answer:

• A. 665 miles

Step-by-step explanation:

Time in travel:

• 143 - 10 = 133 hrs

Average speed is 5 mph

Distance travelled:

• d = st
• d = 5*133 = 665 miles

Correct choice is A

Answer 2

Total time taken

• 143-10
• 133hrs

Distance

• Speed×Time
• 133(5)
• 665mi

Option A