SOLUTION: jim and joe are training for a big race by running a total of 60 laps. on the first day, and on each day after, jim runs 5 laps. On the first day, and on each day after, joe runs 6

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Question 808058: jim and joe are training for a big race by running a total of 60 laps. on the first day, and on each day after, jim runs 5 laps. On the first day, and on each day after, joe runs 6 laps. How many days longer will it take jim to complete 60 laps?
Answer by richwmiller(17219)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5*12=60
6*10=60
12-10=2 days

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