At 10 55, Jade cycled from the market towards the museum while Opal cycled from the museum towards the market. At 11 15, the two cyclists passed each other. 14 minutes later, Jade reached museum but Opal was 912 m from the market.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the museum and the market in km.
(a)
From 10 55 to 11 15 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 912 ÷ (20 - 14)
= 152 m/min
(b)
Distance between the museum and the market
= 20 x 152
= 3040 m
1000 m = 1 km
3040 m = 3.04 km
Distance between the museum and the market = 3.04 km
Answer(s): (a) 152 m/min; (b) 3.04 km