Find Time: Bus Trip

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The Problem

Mike needs to travel 218 miles on a bus at 58 mph. How long will the trip take?

Answer:

3.8 hours

Key Information

  • Distance: 218 miles
  • Speed: 58 mph

Formula

Time = Distance ÷ Speed

Step-by-Step Solution

1

Identify given values

Distance = 218 miles, Speed = 58 mph
2

Recall the formula

Time = Distance ÷ Speed
3

Substitute values

Time = 218 ÷ 58
4

Calculate

218 ÷ 58 = 3.8
5

Final answer

The trip will take 3.8 hours

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Multiplying instead of dividing
  • Not converting units properly

Helpful Tips

  • Divide distance by speed to find time
  • Time tells you how long a journey takes

Real-World Application

Time calculations help plan arrivals and manage schedules.

Related Topics:

distancespeedtimedivisionword problems

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