Question 11
Fractions, Decimals and ApproximationThe circumference of a circular track is 9 km. A cyclist rides round it a number of times and stops after covering a distance of 302 km. How far is the cyclist from the starting point?
- A.5 km
- B.6 km
- C.7 km
- D.3 km
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (5 km)
Explanation
302 = 33 × 9 + 5, so after 33 full laps the cyclist has gone a further 5 km along the track.