Competing in a Mini-Triathlon, Catherine Ran 3 Miles in the Same

question 80

Multiple Choice

Competing in a mini-triathlon, Catherine ran 3 miles in the same amount of time she biked 12 miles. Her average speed on the bike was 18 mph more than her average running speed. What was her Running speed?

• A) 4 mph
• B) 6 mph
• C) 8 mph
• D) 5 mph

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