Question

a lap around a track is \\(\frac{1}{4}\\) mile. how many miles are in 6 laps? first, choose the expression that represents how many miles there are in 6 laps. \\(6 + \frac{1}{4}\\) \\(4 \times \frac{1}{6}\\) \\(6 + 6 + 6 + 6\\) \\(6 \times \frac{1}{4}\\)

Explanation:

Step1: Understand the problem

We need to find the total miles in 6 laps, where each lap is $\frac{1}{4}$ mile. This is a multiplication problem: number of laps times miles per lap.

Step2: Analyze each expression

• $6+\frac{1}{4}$: Adds 6 and $\frac{1}{4}$, not related to 6 laps of $\frac{1}{4}$ mile.
• $4\times\frac{1}{6}$: Multiplies 4 and $\frac{1}{6}$, incorrect context.
• $6 + 6+6 + 6$: Adds 6 four times, not relevant.
• $6\times\frac{1}{4}$: Multiplies 6 (laps) by $\frac{1}{4}$ (miles per lap), correct.

Answer:

$6\times\frac{1}{4}$