At 12 57, Julie cycled from the florist towards the clinic while Olivia cycled from the clinic towards the florist. At 13 17, the two cyclists passed each other. 15 minutes later, Julie reached clinic but Olivia was 1140 m from the florist.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the clinic and the florist in km.
(a)
From 12 57 to 13 17 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1140 ÷ (20 - 15)
= 228 m/min
(b)
Distance between the clinic and the florist
= 20 x 228
= 4560 m
1000 m = 1 km
4560 m = 4.56 km
Distance between the clinic and the florist = 4.56 km
Answer(s): (a) 228 m/min; (b) 4.56 km