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QuizMultiple Choice

Modeling with Rational and Piecewise-Defined Functions: Part One — Test

Question 25 • Precalculus

The table shows y , the average speed of a cyclist in miles per hour, and x , the time in hours that it takes the cyclist to complete a bicycle tour. Which rational function best models the data in the table? Time, x (hours) Average Speed, y (miles per hour) 12 8 16 6 10 and 2 thirds 9 18 5 and 1 third

Answer
A
y is equal to 96 over x
B
y is equal to 2 x over 3
C
y is equal to 3 over 2 x
D
y is equal to x over 96