A relay race covers 1 1/2 miles,and each runner on a team will run 1/4 of a mile. How many runners are needed for a team?  Choose the correct choice from the following answers:
A) 9
B) 6
C) 3
D) 10
E) 4
Number of runners=total distance/distance each runner runs   =1 1/2 ÷ 1/4   =3/2 ÷ 1/4 = 3/2*4/1   =12/2= 
<gadget id="calculator">12/2</gadget>
<output>6</output>
6.   Answer is 6.
<result>B</result>
A relay race covers 1 1/2 miles,and each runner on a team will run 1/4 of a mile. How many runners are needed for a team?