Problema Solution

Three people took turns driving from Townsville to Metropolis. Bill drove first. He drove 40% of the way. Jane drove 59 miles, and then Tabatha drove the remaining 39 miles. What is the total distance driven in miles?

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let x = the total distance driven in miles


0.40x + 59 + 39 = x


by solving we find


x = 163.33 mi


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the total distance in miles is 163.33 miles.