Math word problem

Question

Sandy leave the town traveling at a rate of 30 miles per hour. 1 hour later Monica leave the same town traveling the same route at a rate of 40 miles per hour how long will it take Monica to overtake sandy

Answer 1

When will their distances be equal?

30 mph * 4 hours = 120 miles

40 mph * 3 hours = 120 miles

Monica will be ready to overtake Sandy at the 120 mile mark.