SOLUTION: Two boys who live 14 miles apart start at noon to walk toward each other at rates of 3 mph and 4 mph respectively. In how many hours will they meet?

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Question 186864: Two boys who live 14 miles apart start at noon to walk toward each other at rates of 3 mph and 4 mph respectively. In how many hours will they meet?
Answer by checkley77(12844) About Me  (Show Source):
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3x+4x=14
7x=14
x=14/7
x=2 hours they will meet.