At 9 a.m., Michael and Simon left Park M and drove towards Park N at average speeds of 96 km/h and 62 km/h respectively. Upon reaching Park N, Michael rested for 2 hours. He then headed back for Park M at an average speed of 96 km/h along the same route. Michael and Simon met each other on their way at 1 p.m.
- How far had Michael covered when he met Simon on the way?
- How far apart were the two parks?
(a)
Time taken by Simon = 4 h
Time taken by Michael = 4 - 2 = 2 h
Distance covered by Michael when he met Simon
= 2 x 96
= 192 km
(b)
Distance travelled by Simon
= 4 x 62
= 248 km
Distance of the two parks
= (192 + 248) ÷ 2
= 440 ÷ 2
= 220 km
Answer(s): (a) 192 km; (b) 220 km