SOLUTION: Alexander left Miami and drove at a speed of 50 mph. Jason left 2 hours later and
drove at a speed of 65 mph. How long will it take Jason to catch up with Alexander?
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Question 323121: Alexander left Miami and drove at a speed of 50 mph. Jason left 2 hours later and
drove at a speed of 65 mph. How long will it take Jason to catch up with Alexander? Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Alexander left Miami and drove at a speed of 50 mph. Jason left 2 hours later and
drove at a speed of 65 mph. How long will it take Jason to catch up with Alexander?
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In 2 hours Alexander drove 100 miles (50*2).
Jason gains on him at 15 mph (65 - 50).
100/15 = 6.666...
= 6 hr 40 minutes.
