SOLUTION: two trains whose rates differ by 6 miles per hour start at the same time from stations 273 miles apart. They meet in 3.5 hours. what is the rate of each train

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Question 411873: two trains whose rates differ by 6 miles per hour start at the same time from stations 273 miles apart. They meet in 3.5 hours. what is the rate of each train
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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the trains close the distance at a combined rate of 78 mph (273/3.5)

2x + 6 = 78