SOLUTION: A cyclist bikes at a constant speed for 20 miles. He then returns home at the same speed but takes a different route. His return trip takes one hour longer and is 25 miles. Find hi

SOLUTION: A cyclist bikes at a constant speed for 20 miles. He then returns home at the same speed but takes a different route. His return trip takes one hour longer and is 25 miles. Find hi

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Question 705239: A cyclist bikes at a constant speed for 20 miles. He then returns home at the same speed but takes a different route. His return trip takes one hour longer and is 25 miles. Find his speed.
Answer by KMST(5328) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
It took the cyclist an extra 1 hour for an extra 5 miles.
His speed is miles per hour.
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