OpenStax, Intermediate Algebra 2e §4.2 Solve Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 42 · Algebra · Systems
Solve Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 42
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College roommates John and David were driving home to the same town for the holidays. John drove 55 mph, and David, who left an hour later, drove 60 mph. How long will it take for David to catch up to John?
OpenStax, Intermediate Algebra 2e · §4.2 Solve Applications with Systems of Equations · Exercise 42
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