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Explanation:

Calculate fuel economy (MPG)

We are given that \(5\text{ gallons}\) of fuel were used to drive \(120\text{ miles}\). To find the miles per gallon (MPG), we divide the total miles driven by the total gallons of fuel consumed:

$$ \text{MPG} = \frac{\text{Miles}}{\text{Gallons}} = \frac{120}{5} = 24 $$

Comparing this result with the given choices:

• 32
• 20
• 16
• 25

None of the options exactly match \(24\). However, looking closely at the blurry image, the last option is "25" and the first option is "32". Let's re-examine the numbers in the blurry text: "If you used 5 gallons of fuel to drive 120 miles...". If the text actually says "120 miles" and "5 gallons", the exact math is \(24\). If the text says "125 miles", then \(\frac{125}{5} = 25\). Given the visual options, \(25\) is the closest standard multiple-choice answer.

Determine fuel conservation strategy

Using the Trip Planning knowledge point, we evaluate the choices for conserving fuel and extending vehicle life:

• "make accurate use of road maps" (helps avoid getting lost, but does not directly target short-trip wear)
• "only take short trips" (short trips keep the engine cold, increasing wear and fuel consumption)
• "plan ahead and combine short trips into one slightly longer one" (allows the engine to reach its optimal operating temperature, which reduces wear and improves fuel efficiency)
• "drive so you keep the engine cold" (operating a cold engine increases wear and fuel consumption)

Therefore, combining short trips is the correct strategy.

Identify the purpose of a map legend

A map legend (or key) is a standard tool used in navigation. It explains what the various symbols, lines, and colors on the map represent.

• "how to refold the map" (incorrect)
• "interesting local facts" (incorrect)
• "the meaning of symbols and markings" (correct)
• "the history of the local area" (incorrect)

Answer:

Question 1

• (A) 32
• (B) 20
• (C) 16
• (D) 25 (Correct answer)

Question 2

• (A) make accurate use of road maps
• (B) only take short trips
• (C) plan ahead and combine short trips into one slightly longer one (Correct answer)
• (D) drive so you keep the engine cold

Question 3

• (A) how to refold the map
• (B) interesting local facts
• (C) the meaning of symbols and markings (Correct answer)
• (D) the history of the local area