At 13 58, Jane cycled from the park towards the playground while Xylia cycled from the playground towards the park. At 14 18, the two cyclists passed each other. 9 minutes later, Jane reached playground but Xylia was 1166 m from the park.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the playground and the park in km.
(a)
From 13 58 to 14 18 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1166 ÷ (20 - 9)
= 106 m/min
(b)
Distance between the playground and the park
= 20 x 106
= 2120 m
1000 m = 1 km
2120 m = 2.12 km
Distance between the playground and the park = 2.12 km
Answer(s): (a) 106 m/min; (b) 2.12 km