Question

Rick and James live 285 miles apart. At the same time, they start driving toward each other on the same road. Rick’s constant rate is 40 mph. James’ is 55 mph. How long will it take them to meet?

A. 3 hours
B. 4 hours
C. 5 hours
D. 6 hours

Answer 1

A) 3 hours
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Answer 2

A. 3 hours

Explanation:

40 mph x 3 hours = 120 miles in 3 hours

55 mph x 3 hours = 165 miles in 3 hours

120 miles (in 3 hours) + 165 miles (in 3 hours) = 285 miles