The distances (y), in miles, of two cars from their starting points at certain times (x), in hours, are shown by the equations below:

Car A
y = 55x + 32

Car B
y = 42x + 58

After how many hours will the two cars be at the same distance from their starting point and what will that distance be?

Question

The distances (y), in miles, of two cars from their starting points at certain times (x), in hours, are shown by the equations below:

Car A
y = 55x + 32

Car B
y = 42x + 58

After how many hours will the two cars be at the same distance from their starting point and what will that distance be?

anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

set the distances equal and solve for x to get the time
55x+32=42x+58

anonymous · Answer

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