SOLUTION: How long does it take for two trains 300 miles apart to meet if one train is going 70 mph and the other is going 50 mph?

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Question 866033: How long does it take for two trains 300 miles apart to meet if one train is going 70 mph and the other is going 50 mph?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi

x%2F%2870mph%29+=+%28300-x%29%2F%2850mph%29

      50x = 70(300-x)

     120x = 21000

        x = 175

and 175%2F70+=+t+=+2.5hr