At 11 53, Nicole cycled from the clinic towards the temple while Winnie cycled from the temple towards the clinic. At 12 13, the two cyclists passed each other. 12 minutes later, Nicole reached temple but Winnie was 1112 m from the clinic.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the temple and the clinic in km.
(a)
From 11 53 to 12 13 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1112 ÷ (20 - 12)
= 139 m/min
(b)
Distance between the temple and the clinic
= 20 x 139
= 2780 m
1000 m = 1 km
2780 m = 2.78 km
Distance between the temple and the clinic = 2.78 km
Answer(s): (a) 139 m/min; (b) 2.78 km