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Two cyclists, 112 miles apart, start riding toward each other at the same time. One cycles 3 times as fast as the other. If they meet 4 hours later, what is the speed (in mi/h) of the faster cyclist?

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter2: Solving Linear Equations And Inequalities

Section2.6: Solve A Formula For A Specific Variable

Problem 2.118TI: Yesenia is 168 miles from Chicago. If she needs to be in Chicago in 3 hours, at what rate does she...

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