Solve the Variation Problem

question 137

Multiple Choice

Solve the variation problem.
-The amount of time it takes a swimmer to swim a race is inversely proportional to the average speed of the swimmer. A swimmer finishes a race in 30 seconds with an average speed of 5 feet per second. Find the average speed of the swimmer if it takes 37.5 seconds to finish the race.

• A)6 feet per second
• B)5 feet per second
• C)4 feet per second
• D)3 feet per second

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Avoiding

A conflict management style characterized by low assertiveness of one’s own interests and low cooperation with the other party.

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Conflict for which the benefits outweigh the costs.

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Dispute arising from perceived or actual competition over limited resources, involving conflicting interests or goals.

Integrative Conflict

A conflict resolution approach that involves finding solutions that satisfy the needs and interests of all parties involved.