SOLUTION: Linda drove from Philadelphia to New York City at the rate of 50 MPH. She made the trip from New York City to Philadelphia, along the same route traveling 40 MPH. Her total drivi
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Question 585840: Linda drove from Philadelphia to New York City at the rate of 50 MPH. She made the trip from New York City to Philadelphia, along the same route traveling 40 MPH. Her total driving time was 3.6 hours. Find the distance between New York and Philadelphia.
Answer by richwmiller(17219) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x+y=3.6;
50x=40y
x=1.6
y=2
40*2=80 miles
50*1.6=80 miles
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