It is recommended that a hiker drink 18 ounces (oz) of water per 2-mile hike in a temperate climate and low-altitude areas. When planning a 7.5-mile hike, how much water should be brought along for one hiker?

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A Rationale: A hiker should bring 67.5 ounces of water for a 7.5-mile hike, based on the recommendation of drinking 18 ounces per 2 miles.

To determine the total water needed for a 7.5-mile hike, multiply the distance by the water requirement per mile. Since 7.5 miles is equivalent to 3.75 segments of 2 miles, multiplying 3.75 by 18 ounces yields 67.5 ounces. The other options suggest impractically low amounts of water, which would not suffice for hydration during such a hike. Each distractor fails to meet the necessary hydration level, as they do not account for the indicated water requirement per distance ratio.

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It is recommended that a hiker drink 18 ounces (oz) of water per 2-mile hike in a temperate climate and low-altitude areas. When planning a 7.5-mile hike, how much water should be brought along for one hiker?

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