Alex Speaks 150 Words Per Minute on Average in French

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Essay

Alex speaks 150 words per minute on average in French, and 190 words per minute on average in Spanish. She once gave cooking instructions in French, followed by cleaning instructions in Spanish. Alex spent 5 minutes total giving both instructions, and spoke 270 more words in Spanish than in French. How long did Alex speak in French, and how long did she speak in Spanish?

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PowerPoint Slides

Digital slides created using Microsoft PowerPoint software, designed for visual presentations where information is displayed in a slideshow format.

Cellphone Communication

The transmission of information using cellular technology, enabling voice and data exchange over a distance via mobile devices.

Time Zones

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Voice Mail Technology

A system that allows users to exchange personal voice messages using a phone or a computer.