At 10 57, Vanessa cycled from the church towards the cafe while Hazel cycled from the cafe towards the church. At 11 12, the two cyclists passed each other. 9 minutes later, Vanessa reached cafe but Hazel was 1080 m from the church.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the cafe and the church in km.
(a)
From 10 57 to 11 12 = 15 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1080 ÷ (15 - 9)
= 180 m/min
(b)
Distance between the cafe and the church
= 15 x 180
= 2700 m
1000 m = 1 km
2700 m = 2.7 km
Distance between the cafe and the church = 2.7 km
Answer(s): (a) 180 m/min; (b) 2.7 km