Question 1056201
r = D/t
truck
r = 145mi/2.5hr = 58mph
car
r = (1.5)58 = 87mph
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D the distance the truck travels:  t = D/r
D/58  = (145-D)/87
87D = 58(145-D)
145D = 58*145
D = 58*145/14E = 58mi
Time = 58mi/58mph = 1hr they will meet.
checking
58mi + 87mi = 145mi CHECKS!