At 8 a.m., Flynn and Luis left Park B and drove towards Park C at average speeds of 95 km/h and 62 km/h respectively. Upon reaching Park C, Flynn rested for 3 hours. He then headed back for Park B at an average speed of 95 km/h along the same route. Flynn and Luis met each other on their way at 1 p.m.
- How far had Flynn covered when he met Luis on the way?
- How far apart were the two parks?
(a)
Time taken by Luis = 5 h
Time taken by Flynn = 5 - 3 = 2 h
Distance covered by Flynn when he met Luis
= 2 x 95
= 190 km
(b)
Distance travelled by Luis
= 5 x 62
= 310 km
Distance of the two parks
= (190 + 310) ÷ 2
= 500 ÷ 2
= 250 km
Answer(s): (a) 190 km; (b) 250 km