Tracy rides her bike 5 meters in 5 seconds. Peter rides his scooter 10 meters in 10 seconds. Both travel at a constant rate. Peter says, “I traveled faster because I went a greater distance.” Do you agree with Peter? Explain or show your reasoning. Consider using a double number line to help.
I agree/disagree with Peter because

Answer :

Disagree, the speed is the same because the equation for speed is distance divided by time and 5 divided by 5 and 10 divided by 10 are both 1 m/s.

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