Question

Cyclist 1 pedals 40 kilometers east in 2 hours. Cyclist 2 pedals 10 kilometers west in half an hour. Based on this information, which statement about cyclists is correct?

Answer 1

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Step-by-step explanation:

Given

Cyclist 1:

`Distance = 40km`

`Time = 2hr`

`Direction = East`

Cyclist 2:

`Distance = 10km`

`Time = 0.5hr`

`Direction = West`

The question requires options. Since none is given, I'll answer on a general term.

First, calculate the speed of both cyclists

`Speed = (Distance)/(Time)`

Cyclist 1:

`Distance = 40km`

`Time = 2hr`

`Speed = (40km)/(2hr)`

`Speed = 20km/hr`

Cyclist 2:

`Distance = 10km`

`Time = 0.5hr`

`Speed = (10km)/(0.5hr)`

`Speed = 20km/hr`

The following can be deduced from above:

• Both cyclists travel at the same speed of 20km/hr
• Both cyclists travel in opposite directions