Create a simple question on time and distance.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the creation of a basic mathematical problem involving the concepts of time and distance. This typically involves calculating either the distance traveled given a certain speed and time, or finding the time taken at a certain speed for a specific distance.
Answer
The distance traveled is \( 120 \) miles.
Answer for screen readers
The distance traveled is ( 120 ) miles.
Steps to Solve
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Identify the given values Determine the values provided in the problem. For example, if the speed of a vehicle is given as 60 miles per hour and the time traveled is 2 hours.
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Select the appropriate formula Use the formula for distance, which is: $$ \text{Distance} = \text{Speed} \times \text{Time} $$
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Plug in the values Substitute the given values into the distance formula. For example, if speed ( s = 60 ) miles per hour and time ( t = 2 ) hours: $$ \text{Distance} = 60 , \text{miles/hour} \times 2 , \text{hours} $$
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Perform the calculation Calculate the distance by multiplying the speed and time: $$ \text{Distance} = 60 \times 2 = 120 , \text{miles} $$
The distance traveled is ( 120 ) miles.
More Information
The distance formula is essential in physics and everyday situations, as it helps determine how far an object has traveled based on its speed and the time it has been moving. Understanding this relationship is vital for solving many real-world problems involving motion.
Tips
- Forgetting to convert units if they are given in different systems (e.g., kilometers per hour to miles per hour).
- Misunderstanding the formula and trying to use the wrong operations (e.g., adding speed and time).
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