Answer:
16 miles
Step-by-step explanation:
Given that:
Total distance of the trip = 72 miles
They have decided to stop half way their trip i.e. they will stop at a distance [tex]\frac{72}{2} =36[/tex] miles from the starting point.
Also, given that they have already traveled for 20 miles.
To find:
How much farther do they need to drive before they stop for dinner?
Solution:
Distance already covered = 20 miles
Distance to be covered before stopping for dinner = 36 miles
Distance to be covered more = Total distance to be covered before stopping - Distance already covered
[tex]\Rightarrow 36-20 =\bold{16\ miles}[/tex]
