Entry Exam Category: High School Equivalency Exams
Course: HiSET
Exam: HiSET Math Practice Test

Practice Question

Jasmine’s pace for a 3-mile race is 1 minute per mile faster than her pace for a 13-mile race. She ran the 3-mile race in 21 minutes. How many minutes will it take her to run the 13-mile race?

Answer Choices

  • A: 34
  • B: 78
  • C: 92
  • D: 101
  • E: 104

Correct Answer: E

Rationale: Pace for 3-mile race = 21/3 = 7 min/mile. Pace for 13-mile race = 7 + 1 = 8 min/mile. Time for 13 miles = 13 × 8 = 104 minutes. Options: 34, 78, 92, 101 incorrect; 104 correct.

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