The table shows the time taken by some men to complete the night marathon. Perry completed the race in
23 of the time taken by Zeph. If Xavier reached the finishing line at 02 45, what time did Perry cross the finishing line? Leave your answer in 24-hour clock.
Name |
Time taken |
Xavier |
223 h |
Zeph |
210 min |
Perry |
? |
3 u = 210
1 u = 210 ÷ 3 = 70
Time taken by Perry
= 2 u
= 2 x 70
= 140 min
1 h = 60 min
Time taken by Xavier
= 2
23x 60
= 160 min
Difference in time
= 160 - 140
= 20 min
20 min before 02 45 = 02 25
Time that Perry crossed the finishing line = 02 25
Answer(s): 02 25