From his home in Point Alexander, Dan drove to Belleville at an average speed of 75km/h. From her home in Chalk River, Ashley drove through Point Alexander to Belleville at an average speed of 85km/h. The distance from Chalk River to Point Alexander is 18km. If Dan and Ashley left home at the same time, after what length of time did Ashley overtake Dan?

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From his home in Point Alexander, Dan drove to Belleville at an average speed of 75km/h.  From her home in Chalk River, Ashley drove through Point Alexander to Belleville at an average speed of 85km/h.  The distance from Chalk River to Point Alexander is 18km.  If Dan and Ashley left home at the same time, after what length of time did Ashley overtake Dan?

anonymous · Answer

Where is Chalk River in relation to Belleville?