Two cars, X and Y, start from points 360 km apart and travel at constant…
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Two cars, X and Y, start from points 360 km apart and travel at constant speeds. If they move towards each
other, they meet in 4 hours. If they move in the same direction, they meet in 12 hours. What is the speed of car X?
(Assume X is the faster car).
- A.
60 km/h
- B.
75 km/h
- C.
45 km/h
- D.
90 km/h
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Correct answer: A
1. Opposite: (X+Y) = 360/4 = 90. Same: (X-Y) = 360/12 = 30.
2. 2X = 120 => X = 60 km/h.