Question

A train leaves at 11:32 and arrives at 13:24. It travelled at an average speed of 85 km/h.

How far did it travel? Give your answer in km to 1DP.

Answer 1

33.2Km

Explanation:

Time used for journey =

13 : 24 - 11 : 32 = 1 : 92

1 : 92 = 1 hour 92 minutes

1 hour 92 minutes = 2 hours 32 minutes

changing 32 minutes to hours

1 h = 60 min

x = 32 min

x= 32 /60

x= 8/15 hours

Adding the 2hours to 8/15 hours

8/15 h + 2 h = 38 / 15

Using formula for distance

Distance = Speed × Time

Distance = 85km / h × 38 /15 h

Distance = 33.15 km

To 1DP = 33.2