SOLUTION: two trains left going in opposite directions. the faster train (by 10 mph) left 30 min later than the slower train. 5 1/2 hours after the slower train left, they were 167 mi apart.
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Question 469373: two trains left going in opposite directions. the faster train (by 10 mph) left 30 min later than the slower train. 5 1/2 hours after the slower train left, they were 167 mi apart. how fast was each traveling?
Answer by jorel1380(3719) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
5.5n+5(n+10)=167
5.5n+5n+50=167
10.5n=127
n=12.095
n+10=22.095
The slow train was traveling at 12.095 mph. The faster train went 22.095 mph..
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