SOLUTION: Train A leaves the station at 4p.m. Going 75 mph. Train B leaves the station 3 1/2 hours later going 85 mph. How long does it take Train B to catch up?

SOLUTION: Train A leaves the station at 4p.m. Going 75 mph. Train B leaves the station 3 1/2 hours later going 85 mph. How long does it take Train B to catch up?

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Question 877165: Train A leaves the station at 4p.m. Going 75 mph. Train B leaves the station 3 1/2 hours later going 85 mph. How long does it take Train B to catch up?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Uniform Rates, Travel: same direction but different travel times meet when?
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