Math Problem Statement
Select the correct answer from each drop-down menu. Peter walks 3 minutes at a constant rate and travels 330 meters. If we graph this relationship with time along the x-axis and distance along the y-axis, the slope of the line representing this relationship is ? .
If Peter walks for an hour, the point on the line that represents the distance he walks with respect to time is ? .
Solution
To find the slope of the line representing the relationship between time and distance for Peter's walk, we use the fact that he travels 330 meters in 3 minutes. The slope is the rate of travel in meters per minute.
So, the slope is .
Next, we need to find the distance Peter walks in one hour (60 minutes). Using the slope, we can calculate this as follows:
So, the point on the line after 60 minutes is .
- The slope of the line is .
- A point on this line after 60 minutes is .
Would you like more details or have any questions?
Here are some questions you might find interesting:
- How do you convert minutes into hours in rate calculations?
- What is the difference between speed and velocity?
- How can you use the slope to predict values for different times?
- What other real-world scenarios can be modeled with a linear relationship?
- How do you find the y-intercept in a distance-time graph?
Tip: Always double-check your unit conversions, especially when dealing with time and distance, to ensure your calculations are accurate.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Linear Equations
Rate of Change
Unit Conversion
Formulas
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Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
High School