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A train traveled for three hours. In the first hour the train traveled 86 miles, which was 25% farther than it traveled in the first hour. In the third hour the train traveled at a speed of 120 miles per hour for 20 minutes. What is the total distance that the train traveled?
A. 190.6.
B. 194.8.
C. 198.2.
D. 204.5.
E. 212.8.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
In the first hour it traveled 86 miles.
In the second hour it traveled x miles, x + 0.25x = 86 x= 68.8 miles.
In the third hour it traveled (120 x 1/3 = 40) miles.
The total distance is (86 + 68.6 + 40 = 194.8) miles.
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