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Rates & Word Problems: A train leaves at 2:15 PM and arrives at 5:45 PM. How long is the trip in hours?

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A train leaves at 2:15 PM and arrives at 5:45 PM. How long is the trip in hours?

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Concept to use

$d=rt$.

Hint

Count hours and minutes.

Answer

3.5

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