Question

In 2 mins., a conveyor belt moves 300 lbs. Of recycle aluminum from delivery truck to a storage area. A smaller belt moves the same quantity of cans the same distance in 18 mins. If both belts are used, find how long it takes to move the cans to the storage area

Answer 1

1.8 minutes or 108 seconds

Explanation:

The question tells us that the larger belt moves 300 lbs in 2 mins. And this is equal to 150 lb per minute

The question also tells us that a smaller belt moves the same quantity of 300 lbs in 18 mins. And this is equal to an average of 16.667 lb per min.

Both belts will move at a rate of 166.667 lb per min.

So it will take them 300 / 166.667 = 1.8 min or 108 s.

Therefore, the answer is 1.8 min