The Speed of a Stream Is 4 Mph

question 208

Multiple Choice

The speed of a stream is 4 mph. If a boat travels 90 miles downstream in the same time that it takes to travel 45 miles upstream, what is the speed of the boat in still water?

• A)14 mph
• B)8 mph
• C)12 mph
• D)15 mph

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