At 13 52, Nicole cycled from the museum towards the farm while Julie cycled from the farm towards the museum. At 14 12, the two cyclists passed each other. 15 minutes later, Nicole reached farm but Julie was 1060 m from the museum.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the farm and the museum in km.
(a)
From 13 52 to 14 12 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1060 ÷ (20 - 15)
= 212 m/min
(b)
Distance between the farm and the museum
= 20 x 212
= 4240 m
1000 m = 1 km
4240 m = 4.24 km
Distance between the farm and the museum = 4.24 km
Answer(s): (a) 212 m/min; (b) 4.24 km