Question

Two trains leave stations 256 miles apart at the same time and travel toward each other. One train travels at 90 miles per hour while the other travels at 70 miles per hour. how long will it take for the two trains to meet?

Answer 1

Answer: 1.6 hours

Given:

Train 1 = 90 mph

Train 2 = 70 mph

Distance = 256 miles

To find how long will it take for the two trains to meet, we will use the following formula:

`t=(d)/(s)`

Where:

t = time

d = distance

s = speed

From the given, we know that

d = 256 miles

s = 90 mph + 70 mph = 160 mph

Substitute the given to the formula,

`t=(d)/(s)`
`t=(256)/(160)`
`t=1.6`

Therefore, it will take 1.6 hours for the two trains to meet.