At 11 59, Lynn cycled from the clinic towards the market while Gabby cycled from the market towards the clinic. At 12 19, the two cyclists passed each other. 11 minutes later, Lynn reached market but Gabby was 1008 m from the clinic.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the market and the clinic in km.
(a)
From 11 59 to 12 19 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1008 ÷ (20 - 11)
= 112 m/min
(b)
Distance between the market and the clinic
= 20 x 112
= 2240 m
1000 m = 1 km
2240 m = 2.24 km
Distance between the market and the clinic = 2.24 km
Answer(s): (a) 112 m/min; (b) 2.24 km