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2009 AMC 10AProblem 4P1-10~2 minPrint

Eric plans to compete in a triathlon. He can average 22 miles per hour in the 14\frac{1}{4} -mile swim and 66 miles per hour in the 33 -mile run. His goal is to finish the triathlon in 22 hours. To accomplish his goal what must his average speed in miles per hour, be for the 1515 -mile bicycle ride?

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