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Lap times of two swimmers in a circular pool lane are 4 minutes and 7 minutes. Swimming the same way from the same point, when does the faster first catch the slower?

Competition practiceRaces & Circular Tracks
  • A11 min
  • B2 min 33 s
  • C9 min 20 s
  • D28 min

Step-by-Step Solution

The faster gains lap per minute. One lap: min = 9 min 20 s.
Answer: C) 9 min 20 s

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