A train travels at a speed of 30 mi/hr and travels a distance of 240 miles. How long did it take the train to travel?

Explanation:

A train travels at a speed of 30 mi/hr and travels a distance of 240 miles.

distance = 240 miles

velocity = 30 mi/hr.

time = distance / velocity

       =   240 miles    

            30 miles/hr.

       =  8 hours

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