At 10 58, Natalie cycled from the bank towards the temple while Joelle cycled from the temple towards the bank. At 11 18, the two cyclists passed each other. 13 minutes later, Natalie reached temple but Joelle was 1169 m from the bank.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the temple and the bank in km.
(a)
From 10 58 to 11 18 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1169 ÷ (20 - 13)
= 167 m/min
(b)
Distance between the temple and the bank
= 20 x 167
= 3340 m
1000 m = 1 km
3340 m = 3.34 km
Distance between the temple and the bank = 3.34 km
Answer(s): (a) 167 m/min; (b) 3.34 km