Write an algebraic equation and use it to solve the problem.Five friends drove at an average rate of 55 miles per hour to a weekend retreat. On the way home, they took the same route but averaged 70 miles per hour. What was the distance between home and the retreat if the round trip took 10 hours?

A. 616 miles
B. 5 miles
C. 308 miles
D. 2566 miles


Answer: C

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