Question

Jolene and Samantha begin a trip from the same place at the same time. If Jolene's speed is 40 mph and
Samantha's speed is 50 mph, how many hours will it take for Samantha to get 25 miles ahead

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Jolene speed =40 mph

Samantha speed=50mph

let x be the time Samantha needs to be ahead of Jolene

40x+25=50x

25=50x-40x

25=10x

x=2.5 hours