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A slug travels 3 centimeters in 3 seconds. A snail travels 6 centimeters in 6 seconds. Both travel at a constant speed. Mai says “The snail was traveling faster because it went a greater distance.” Do you agree with Mai? Explain your reasoning.





If you blend 2 scoops of chocolate ice cream with 1 cup of milk, you will get a milkshake with a stronger chocolate flavor than if you blend 3 scoops of chocolate ice cream with 2 cups of milk. Explain or show why.


There are 2 mixtures of light purple paint.

Mixture A is made with 5 cups of purple paint and 2 cups of white paint.

Mixture B is made with 15 cups of purple paint and 8 cups of white paint.

Which mixture is a lighter shade of purple? Explain your reasoning.