Solve the problem.In a 1-mile race, the winner crosses the finish line 10 feet ahead of the second-place runner and 25 feet ahead of the third-place runner. Assuming that each runner maintains a constant speed throughout the race, by how many feet does the second-place runner beat the third-place runner? (5280 feet in 1 mile.)

A. -10.05 ft
B. 5.01 ft
C. -15.07 ft
D. 15.03 ft


Answer: D

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