SOLUTION: A kayaker paddles upstream for 1.5 hours, then turns his kayak around and returns to his tent in 1 hour. He travels 3 miles each way. What is the rate of the rivers current?

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Question 938807: A kayaker paddles upstream for 1.5 hours, then turns his kayak around and
returns to his tent in 1 hour. He travels 3 miles each way. What is the rate of the rivers current?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
r - c = 2mph 3mi%2F%281.5hr%29
r + c = 3 mph 3mi%2F%281hr%29
2r = 5mph
r = 2.5mph
c = .5mph 2.5-r+=+2