During the trip, which leg covers more distance?

During the trip, which leg covers more distance?

• A. Second leg
• B. First leg
• C. Both equal
• D. Cannot be determined

Answer: (B)

Distance covered on a leg is found by multiplying the speed on that leg by the time spent on that leg. Compare the two legs by computing speed × time for each. The first leg yields a larger product than the second leg, so it travels farther. This happens because the first leg lasts longer, or is driven at a higher speed, or both. Since the data show a larger distance for the first leg, that leg covers more ground.

Distance covered on a leg is found by multiplying the speed on that leg by the time spent on that leg. Compare the two legs by computing speed × time for each. The first leg yields a larger product than the second leg, so it travels farther. This happens because the first leg lasts longer, or is driven at a higher speed, or both. Since the data show a larger distance for the first leg, that leg covers more ground.