- A30 km
- B20 km
- C25 km
- D37.5 km
Step-by-Step Solution
Times 2 h and 3 h ⇒ ⇒ ⇒ . Distance = km.
Answer: A) 30 km
The current is 2.5 km/h. A boat takes 2 hours to go downstream between two piers, and the return trip takes 50% longer. How far apart are the piers?
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