Darrian B.
asked • 03/29/17train issue
Train A leaves Westtown and travels at 50 mph toward Smithville, 330 miles away. At the same time, Train B leaves Smithville and travels at 60 mph toward Westtown.
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Raymond B. answered • 07/01/25
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they pass by each other
when 50t +60t = 330
110t = 330
t = 330/110 = 3 hours
in 3 hours one goes 150 miles, 2nd goes 180 miles
Mark M. answered • 03/29/17
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If they are on the same tracks - kaboom!
t represents the time they are travelling
50t + 60t = 330
Can you solve for t?
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