At 11 55, Kimberly cycled from the park towards the boutique while Emily cycled from the boutique towards the park. At 12 15, the two cyclists passed each other. 13 minutes later, Kimberly reached boutique but Emily was 1085 m from the park.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the boutique and the park in km.
(a)
From 11 55 to 12 15 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1085 ÷ (20 - 13)
= 155 m/min
(b)
Distance between the boutique and the park
= 20 x 155
= 3100 m
1000 m = 1 km
3100 m = 3.1 km
Distance between the boutique and the park = 3.1 km
Answer(s): (a) 155 m/min; (b) 3.1 km