Solve the Problem $50 \mathrm { mph }$ If Its Tires Have a Diameter of 26 Inches

question 346

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A car is traveling at $50 \mathrm { mph }$ . If its tires have a diameter of 26 inches, how fast are the car's tires turning? Express the answer in revolutions per minute. If necessary, round to two decimal places.

• A) \(638.41 \mathrm { rpm }\)
• B) \(1,292.82 \mathrm { rpm }\)
• C) 4,061.54 rpm
• D) \(646.41 \mathrm { rpm }\)

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