Question 7 • 2025-2026_MDCPS_1205070-M/J Grade 8 Pre-Algebra Sem 1-CR
Jorge and Mary are both filling cups with fruit punch in preparation for a party. After 3 minutes, Jorge had 53 cups left to be filled, and after 5 minutes, he had 25 cups left to be filled. Mary’s progress is shown in the table of values below. Assuming that both Jorge and Mary are filling cups at a constant rate, which statement is correct?Mary’s Cup-Filling ProgressTime (minutes)0.511.522.5Cups Remaining9981634527
Answer
A
Jorge is filling 14 cups per minute, which is faster than Mary.
B
Jorge is filling 28 cups per minute, which is faster than Mary.
C
Mary is filling 18 cups per minute, which is faster than Jorge.
D
Mary is filling 36 cups per minute, which is faster than Jorge.