At 11 54, Roshel cycled from the temple towards the cafe while Gwen cycled from the cafe towards the temple. At 12 14, the two cyclists passed each other. 12 minutes later, Roshel reached cafe but Gwen was 1128 m from the temple.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the cafe and the temple in km.
(a)
From 11 54 to 12 14 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1128 ÷ (20 - 12)
= 141 m/min
(b)
Distance between the cafe and the temple
= 20 x 141
= 2820 m
1000 m = 1 km
2820 m = 2.82 km
Distance between the cafe and the temple = 2.82 km
Answer(s): (a) 141 m/min; (b) 2.82 km