Math Problem Statement

Hannah reads at a constant rate of [3] pages every [8] minutes. Write an equation that shows the relationship between [p], the number of pages she reads, and [m], the number of minutes she spends reading. Do NOT use a mixed number.

Solution

To express the relationship between pp, the number of pages Hannah reads, and mm, the number of minutes she spends reading, we use the given information that she reads at a constant rate of 3 pages every 8 minutes.

The rate of reading is:

Rate=3pages8minutes\text{Rate} = \frac{3 \, \text{pages}}{8 \, \text{minutes}}

Thus, the equation relating pp and mm is:

p=38mp = \frac{3}{8}m

This equation indicates that the number of pages pp is directly proportional to the number of minutes mm, with a constant of proportionality of 38\frac{3}{8}.


Would you like further explanation or examples?

Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. How many pages does Hannah read in 40 minutes using the equation?
  2. How many minutes does it take for Hannah to read 15 pages?
  3. What is the unit rate of pages per minute?
  4. How can this equation be rearranged to solve for mm instead of pp?
  5. If Hannah doubles her reading speed, what would the new equation look like?

Tip: When solving proportional relationships, keep track of units to ensure calculations make sense!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Proportional Relationships
Linear Equations

Formulas

p = (rate) * m

Theorems

Direct Proportionality

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8