Correct The Cunninghams are moving across the country. Mr. Cunningham leaves 2.5 hours before Mrs. Cunningham. If he averages 85 mph and she averages 95 mph, how many hours will it take Mrs. Cunningham

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Siraris asked Oct 27, 2023

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The Cunninghams are moving across the country. Mr. Cunningham leaves 2.5 hours before Mrs. Cunningham. If he averages 85 mph
and she averages 95 mph, how many hours will it take Mrs. Cunningham to catch up to Mr. Cunningham?

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Siraris asked Oct 27, 2023

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Answer:

It will take Mrs. Cunningham 22.5 hours to overtake her husband.

Explanation:

60t = 50(t + 4.5)

60t = 50t + 225

10t = 225

t = 22.5

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