Math Problem Statement

A 747 Boeing jet flying from New York City to Hong Kong can carry about 160 passengers. The plane travels at an average speed of 715 mph. The distance from New York to Hong Kong is 8,054 miles. How long is the flight from New York to Hong Kong?

Solution

To calculate the flight time from New York City to Hong Kong, we can use the formula:

Time=DistanceSpeed\text{Time} = \frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Speed}}

Given:

  • Distance from New York City to Hong Kong = 8,054 miles
  • Average speed of the plane = 715 mph

Substituting the values into the formula:

Time=8,054 miles715 mph11.26 hours\text{Time} = \frac{8,054 \text{ miles}}{715 \text{ mph}} \approx 11.26 \text{ hours}

So, the flight from New York City to Hong Kong would take approximately 11.26 hours.

Would you like to know more details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. How does the jet stream affect flight times on this route?
  2. What are the factors that could increase or decrease the actual flight time?
  3. How much fuel would the 747 consume during this flight?
  4. What is the time difference between New York City and Hong Kong?
  5. How does the average speed compare to other long-haul flights?

Tip: For long flights, considering time zones is crucial when planning arrival times.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Distance, Speed, Time

Formulas

Time = Distance / Speed

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12