Question

Two cars leave New York at the same time traveling in opposite directions. One travels at an average speed of 59mph and the other at 58mph. In how many hours will they be 468 miles apart?

Answer 1

Answer: In 4 HOURS they will be 468 miles apart.

Explanation:

1st car DATA:

rate = 59 mph ; time = x hrs. ; distance = 59x miles

2nd car DATA:

rate = 58 mph ; time = x hrs. ; distance = 58x miles

EQUATION:

distance + distance = 385

59x + 58x = 468

117x = 468

x = 4 hours.