2 trains leave Bloomington at the same time. One travels west at 62mphand the other travels east at 48moh. In how many hours will they be 605 miles apart?

Question

Math work problem solve using time and speed 

Answer 1

d = r · t

62t = distance west train travels

48t = distance east train travels

 

62t + 48t = 605

110t = 605

t = 5.5

 

The trains shall be 605 miles apart after 5.5 hours.