Two trains leave the station at the same time, one heading east and the other west. The eastbound train travels 18 miles per hour slower than the westbound train. If the two trains are 570 miles apart

The Trav asked Jan 14, 2023

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Formula: Distance = rate * time

570 = (R+(R-18))*3

570 = (2R - 18)*3

190 = 2R-16

208 = 2R

R = 104

Eastbound Train: 86mph

Westbound Train: 104mph

Filiz answered Jan 18, 2023

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