No, the question ‘How many minutes does it take to drive 30 miles at an average speed of 55 miles per hour?’ is not a statistical question. A statistical question typically involves variability in the data and can be answered by collecting data that has a range of values. For example, a statistical question might ask, ‘What is the average time it takes for different drivers to travel 30 miles, taking into account various speeds and traffic conditions?’
In contrast, the original question is deterministic. It assumes a constant speed of 55 miles per hour and a fixed distance of 30 miles. To find the answer, you simply apply the formula:
Time = Distance / Speed
Using this formula:
Time = 30 miles / 55 miles per hour = 0.545454545 hours
To convert hours into minutes, multiply by 60:
0.545454545 hours * 60 minutes/hour = 32.72727273 minutes
So, it would take approximately 32.73 minutes. The question relies on fixed values rather than a range of data, which is why it lacks the statistical aspect.