Question

The large Ferris Wheel at the state fair completes 1 revolution every 12 seconds. The small Ferris Wheel completes 1 revolution every 10 seconds. Determine when both Ferris Wheels will meet at the bottom.

Answer 1

Both ferris wheels will interact in 60 seconds (1 minute)

Explanation:

To solve the question, multiply 12 × 5 = 60, 10 ×6= 60

The large ferris wheel will have to do 5 revolutions before meeting with the small ferris wheel. The small ferris wheel has to do 6 revolutions