Juan starts off on his bicycle at 8 mph. one-half hour later, Juanita starts riding along the same route at 12 mph. How long will it take Juanita to catch up with Juan?
Please explain the steps so I can learn, thank you!
Please explain the steps so I can learn, thank you!
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Juan's speed = 8mph
In 1/2 hour, Juan has already rode 4 miles. Assume t is the time it'll take Juanita to catch up to Juan.
12t = 4 + 8t
4t = 4
so it'll take 1 hour for Juanita to catch up with Juan.
In 1/2 hour, Juan has already rode 4 miles. Assume t is the time it'll take Juanita to catch up to Juan.
12t = 4 + 8t
4t = 4
so it'll take 1 hour for Juanita to catch up with Juan.