At 13 59, Nicole cycled from the clinic towards the library while Raeann cycled from the library towards the clinic. At 14 19, the two cyclists passed each other. 15 minutes later, Nicole reached library but Raeann was 1060 m from the clinic.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the library and the clinic in km.
(a)
From 13 59 to 14 19 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1060 ÷ (20 - 15)
= 212 m/min
(b)
Distance between the library and the clinic
= 20 x 212
= 4240 m
1000 m = 1 km
4240 m = 4.24 km
Distance between the library and the clinic = 4.24 km
Answer(s): (a) 212 m/min; (b) 4.24 km