At 6 a.m., Andy and Peter left Park V and drove towards Park W at average speeds of 73 km/h and 59 km/h respectively. Upon reaching Park W, Andy rested for 2 hours. He then headed back for Park V at an average speed of 73 km/h along the same route. Andy and Peter met each other on their way at 2 p.m.
- How far had Andy covered when he met Peter on the way?
- How far apart were the two parks?
(a)
Time taken by Peter = 8 h
Time taken by Andy = 8 - 2 = 6 h
Distance covered by Andy when he met Peter
= 6 x 73
= 438 km
(b)
Distance travelled by Peter
= 8 x 59
= 472 km
Distance of the two parks
= (438 + 472) ÷ 2
= 910 ÷ 2
= 455 km
Answer(s): (a) 438 km; (b) 455 km