SOLUTION: Two trains leave the station at the same time, one heading west and the other east. The westbound train travels at 70 miles per hour. The eastbound train travels at 90 miles pe

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Question 1135772: Two trains leave the station at the same time, one heading west and the other east. The westbound train travels at 70
miles per hour. The eastbound train travels at 90
miles per hour. How long will it take for the two trains to be 256
miles apart?
Do not do any rounding.
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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The speeds are added when going in opposite directions.