At 12 55, Cindy cycled from the cafe towards the cinema while Jane cycled from the cinema towards the cafe. At 13 15, the two cyclists passed each other. 15 minutes later, Cindy reached cinema but Jane was 1195 m from the cafe.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the cinema and the cafe in km.
(a)
From 12 55 to 13 15 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1195 ÷ (20 - 15)
= 239 m/min
(b)
Distance between the cinema and the cafe
= 20 x 239
= 4780 m
1000 m = 1 km
4780 m = 4.78 km
Distance between the cinema and the cafe = 4.78 km
Answer(s): (a) 239 m/min; (b) 4.78 km