Answer:
The trucker was cited for speeding because his speed was above that of the speed limit of the toll road by 14.5mph
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1
We calculate the speed of the trucker
Speed = Distance(miles)/Time(hours)
Distance = 159 miles
Time = 2 hours
Speed = 159 miles/2 hours
Speed = 79.5 miles per hour = 79.5 mph
From the question, we are told that: that toll road has a speed limit of 65mph
Step 2
We calculate the difference
= 79.5 mph - 65 mph
= 14.5 mph
Hence, the trucker was cited for speeding because his speed was above that of the speed limit of the toll road by 14.5mph
