At 10 56, Xandra cycled from the market towards the park while Hazel cycled from the park towards the market. At 11 15, the two cyclists passed each other. 12 minutes later, Xandra reached park but Hazel was 1120 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 10 56 to 11 15 = 19 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 1120 ÷ (19 - 12)
= 160 m/min
(b)
Distance between the park and the market
= 19 x 160
= 3040 m
1000 m = 1 km
3040 m = 3.04 km
Distance between the park and the market = 3.04 km
Answer(s): (a) 160 m/min; (b) 3.04 km