Question: The pilot of a small aircraft uses 60 gallons of fuel to fly 300 miles. At this rate, how many gallons of fuel are needed for a 700 mile flight?\nOptions:\n(A) 140\n(B) 155\n(C) 160\n(D) 170\n(E) 175 Random thoughts:
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Number of gallons of fuel per mile = 300 /60 = 5 gallons per mile\nNumber of gallons of fuel for a 700 mile flight = 700/5 = 140 The final answer: (A).
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