单选题
Khalil drove 120 kilometers in a certain amount of time. What was his average speed, in kilometers per hour, during this time?(1) If Khalil had driven at an average speed that was 5 kilometers per hour faster, his driving time would have been reduced by 20 minutes. (2) If Khalil had driven at an average speed that was 25% faster, his driving time would have been reduced by 20%.
【正确答案】
A
【答案解析】Let r be Khalil’s average speed in kilometers per hour and let t be Khalil’s time in hours. Thenrt = 120, or t =120/r. What is the value of r ?(1) If Khalil’s speed had been (r + 5) kilometers per hour, then his driving time would havebeen (t-1/3) hours. (r + 5) ( t -1/3) = 120 Statement (1)