At 11 57, Natalie cycled from the park towards the salon while Marion cycled from the salon towards the park. At 12 14, the two cyclists passed each other. 15 minutes later, Natalie reached salon but Marion was 900 m from the park.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the salon and the park in km.
(a)
From 11 57 to 12 14 = 17 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 900 ÷ (17 - 15)
= 450 m/min
(b)
Distance between the salon and the park
= 17 x 450
= 7650 m
1000 m = 1 km
7650 m = 7.65 km
Distance between the salon and the park = 7.65 km
Answer(s): (a) 450 m/min; (b) 7.65 km