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13 November, 20:07

Drew is driving out of state to go to a theme park. The total distance he is driving is 500.34 miles. He has driven 0.45 of the

distance so far, Drew calculated that he has driven 250.17 miles.

Is Drew's calculation reasonable or not? Explain your answer. If his calculation is not reasonable, determine the number of miles

Drew has actually driven.

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  1. 13 November, 20:33
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    The calculation is not reasonable, because 0.45 is less tha 1/2 (0.50) and what he has for an answer is half the distance (250.17 is 1/2 of 500.34).

    To find actual mileage, multiply by 0.45:

    500.34 x 0.45 = 225.153 miles.

    Round the answer as needed.
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