Warrern and Cora's houses are separated by a stretch of road that is 66 miles long. One day, they decide to meet up somewhere in the middle and spend the afternoon together. Warren leaves his house and travels at 46 milers per hour at the same time that Cora leaves her house and drives 52 miles per hour. How long will it be until they meet?

Warrern and Cora's houses are separated by a stretch of road that is 66 miles long. One day, they decide to meet up somewhere in the middle and spend the afternoon together. Warren leaves his house and travels at 46 milers per hour at the same time that Cora leaves her house and drives 52 miles per hour. How long will it be until they meet?

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter3: Math Models

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 441PT: Two planes leave Dallas at the same time. One heads east at a speed of 428 miles per hour. The other...

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