At 10 55, Joelle cycled from the school towards the temple while Vanessa cycled from the temple towards the school. At 11 14, the two cyclists passed each other. 11 minutes later, Joelle reached temple but Vanessa was 1040 m from the school.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the temple and the school in km.
(a)
From 10 55 to 11 14 = 19 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1040 ÷ (19 - 11)
= 130 m/min
(b)
Distance between the temple and the school
= 19 x 130
= 2470 m
1000 m = 1 km
2470 m = 2.47 km
Distance between the temple and the school = 2.47 km
Answer(s): (a) 130 m/min; (b) 2.47 km