Jimmy runs for 30 minutes. He runs around a running path in a park that is 4.4 miles. What is his average speed in miles per hour?

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Step 1: Find the distance traveled, convert any units needed
The distance traveled is 4.4 miles.
Step 2: Find the time taken to travel this distance, convert any units needed
The time taken is 30 minutes. This must be converted to hours.
30 minutes / 60 minutes = ½ hour
Step 3: Find the average speed by dividing the distance traveled by the time
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Jimmy Runs for 30 Minutes