The answer is C. 2 hours and 15 minutes. Please refer to the attached document to see the image for better understanding of solution.
Philadelphia = Point A
Pittsburgh = Point B
X = distance traveled by Michelle
(305-X) = distance traveled by Rich
The general formula used is:
Assigning values gives 2 equations:
For Michelle:
For Rich:
Substituting both equations gives:
X = 146.852 miles
t = 2.26 hours or approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes
Philadelphia = Point A
Pittsburgh = Point B
X = distance traveled by Michelle
(305-X) = distance traveled by Rich
The general formula used is:
Assigning values gives 2 equations:
For Michelle:
For Rich:
Substituting both equations gives:
X = 146.852 miles
t = 2.26 hours or approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes