At 10 54, Shannon cycled from the market towards the boutique while Erika cycled from the boutique towards the market. At 11 14, the two cyclists passed each other. 9 minutes later, Shannon reached boutique but Erika was 979 m from the market.
- At what combined speed were the two cyclists approaching each other?
- Find the distance between the boutique and the market in km.
(a)
From 10 54 to 11 14 = 20 min
Combined speed of the two cyclists
= 979 ÷ (20 - 9)
= 89 m/min
(b)
Distance between the boutique and the market
= 20 x 89
= 1780 m
1000 m = 1 km
1780 m = 1.78 km
Distance between the boutique and the market = 1.78 km
Answer(s): (a) 89 m/min; (b) 1.78 km