At 6 a.m., Michael and Will left Park K and drove towards Park L at average speeds of 76 km/h and 63 km/h respectively. Upon reaching Park L, Michael rested for 3 hours. He then headed back for Park K at an average speed of 76 km/h along the same route. Michael and Will met each other on their way at 2 p.m.
- How far had Michael covered when he met Will on the way?
- How far apart were the two parks?
(a)
Time taken by Will = 8 h
Time taken by Michael = 8 - 3 = 5 h
Distance covered by Michael when he met Will
= 5 x 76
= 380 km
(b)
Distance travelled by Will
= 8 x 63
= 504 km
Distance of the two parks
= (380 + 504) ÷ 2
= 884 ÷ 2
= 442 km
Answer(s): (a) 380 km; (b) 442 km