The function f(x) = 2x + 26 represents the distance a flock of birds travels in in miles. The function g(x) = x − 1 represents the time the flock traveled in hours.


Solve (f/g)(5) and interpret the answer.


A) 9; the birds' rate in miles per hour

B) 1/9; the number of birds in the flock

C) 9; the number of birds in the flock

D) 1/9; the birds' rate in miles per hour