Eric plans to compete in a triathlon. He can average 2 miles per hour in the 1/4 mile swim and 6 miles per hour in the 3-mile run. His goal is to finish the triathlon in 2 hours. To accomplish his goal what must his average speed in miles per hour, be for the 15-mile bicycle ride?
Eric plans to compete in a triathlon. He can average 2 miles per hour in the 1/4 mile swim and 6 miles per hour in the 3-mile run. His goal is to finish the triathlon in 2 hours. To accomplish his goal what must his average speed in miles per hour, be for the 15-mile bicycle ride?
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Eric plans to compete in a triathlon. He can average 2 miles per hour in the 1/4 mile swim and 6 miles per hour in the 3-mile run. His goal is to finish the triathlon in 2 hours. To accomplish his goal what must his average speed in miles per hour, be for the 15-mile bicycle ride?
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