At 5 a.m., Albert and Oliver left Park C and drove towards Park D at average speeds of 98 km/h and 60 km/h respectively. Upon reaching Park D, Albert rested for 2 hours. He then headed back for Park C at an average speed of 98 km/h along the same route. Albert and Oliver met each other on their way at 1 p.m.
- How far had Albert covered when he met Oliver on the way?
- How far apart were the two parks?
(a)
Time taken by Oliver = 8 h
Time taken by Albert = 8 - 2 = 6 h
Distance covered by Albert when he met Oliver
= 6 x 98
= 588 km
(b)
Distance travelled by Oliver
= 8 x 60
= 480 km
Distance of the two parks
= (588 + 480) ÷ 2
= 1068 ÷ 2
= 534 km
Answer(s): (a) 588 km; (b) 534 km