Math Problem Statement

it is a constant speed of 10 mph

Solution

Given that Nadeem is riding at a constant speed of 10 miles per hour (mph), we can now solve for the time tt using the formula:

Distance=Speed×Time\text{Distance} = \text{Speed} \times \text{Time}

Since the distance Nadeem plans to ride is between 12 miles and 15 miles, the equation for time becomes:

1210×t1512 \leq 10 \times t \leq 15

To solve for tt, divide the entire inequality by 10:

1210t1510\frac{12}{10} \leq t \leq \frac{15}{10}

Simplifying this gives:

1.2t1.51.2 \leq t \leq 1.5

So, Nadeem will be riding for between 1.2 hours and 1.5 hours.

To convert this into minutes:

  • 1.21.2 hours is 1.2×60=721.2 \times 60 = 72 minutes.
  • 1.51.5 hours is 1.5×60=901.5 \times 60 = 90 minutes.

Therefore, Nadeem will be riding for between 72 and 90 minutes.

Do you have any more questions, or would you like to dive deeper into any part of this?


Here are some related questions:

  1. What if Nadeem increased her speed to 12 mph? How would that change the time?
  2. How many miles would she cover if she rode for 2 hours at the same speed?
  3. How does riding uphill or downhill affect the speed and time calculation?
  4. If Nadeem takes a 10-minute break during her ride, how would that affect her total riding time?
  5. What are the advantages of knowing the exact riding time before starting the trip?

Tip: It's often helpful to convert time into minutes when estimating travel duration to get a more practical sense of how long something will take.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Speed, Distance, Time Calculations
Linear Inequalities

Formulas

Distance = Speed × Time

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8