At 13 56, Irene cycled from the market towards the park while Barbara cycled from the park towards the market. At 14 16, the two cyclists passed each other. 8 minutes later, Irene reached park but Barbara was 1068 m from the market.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the park and the market in km.
(a)
From 13 56 to 14 16 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1068 ÷ (20 - 8)
= 89 m/min
(b)
Distance between the park and the market
= 20 x 89
= 1780 m
1000 m = 1 km
1780 m = 1.78 km
Distance between the park and the market = 1.78 km
Answer(s): (a) 89 m/min; (b) 1.78 km