At 10 57, Nicole cycled from the boutique towards the florist while Risa cycled from the florist towards the boutique. At 11 12, the two cyclists passed each other. 12 minutes later, Nicole reached florist but Risa was 984 m from the boutique.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the florist and the boutique in km.
(a)
From 10 57 to 11 12 = 15 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 984 ÷ (15 - 12)
= 328 m/min
(b)
Distance between the florist and the boutique
= 15 x 328
= 4920 m
1000 m = 1 km
4920 m = 4.92 km
Distance between the florist and the boutique = 4.92 km
Answer(s): (a) 328 m/min; (b) 4.92 km