In the formula RT equals D, are is right T is time and E is distance what is the rate for a runner who completes 7.5 miles in 1.5 hours (10 points)

A(11.25mph

B(9.0mph

C(6.0mph

D(5.0mph

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well, since you want mi/hr, just divide the values, watching the units:

(7.5 mi)/(1.5 hr) = (7.5/1.5) mi/hr = 5.0 mi/hr