Homework help: Distance and time calculation

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The discussion revolves around a problem involving distance and time calculation, specifically focusing on a cyclist's speed of 9 km/hour and the distance covered in 30 seconds.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants are attempting to determine the distance covered by converting speed from kilometers per hour to meters per second. There are questions regarding whether the responses are based on guesses or calculations.

Discussion Status

The discussion includes various attempts to clarify the calculations involved. Some participants emphasize the importance of showing calculations rather than relying on guesses. There is an ongoing exploration of the correct approach to the problem.

Contextual Notes

Participants are discussing the conversion of units from kilometers to meters and hours to seconds as part of their reasoning process. There is a focus on ensuring that calculations are clearly presented.

Ayesha Shafique
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1. If a cyclist travels at 9 km/hour what distance will he cover in 30 seconds?2. a) 75 m b) 7.5 m c)15 m d) 150 m3. My guess is that its 75 m.
 
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Ayesha Shafique said:
1. If a cyclist travels at 9 km/hour what distance will he cover in 30 seconds?2. a) 75 m b) 7.5 m c)15 m d) 150 m3. My guess is that its 75 m.
Guess or calculation?
 
Change km to meter and hour to second then to the calculations
 
haruspex said:
Guess or calculation?
Calculation.
 
Thats true
 
Ayesha Shafique said:
Calculation.
It would be better to show that calculation rather than just saying "guess"!
 

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