The total distance in centimeters a toy robot moves varies directly with the time in seconds. The toy robot moves a total distance of 264 centimeters in 11 seconds. What is the time in seconds the toy robot moves when the total distance is 408 centimeters?

17 seconds

Explanation:

Let the total distance moved by the toy be d

Let the total time be t

From the statement of the problem; d α t

Hence, d= kt where k is a constant of proportionality

If;

d= 264 cm

t= 11 seconds

k= d/t = 264/11 = 24

Then

d= 408 cm

Hence;

t= d/k = 408/24 = 17 seconds

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