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Question from Rebecca, a parent:

John is walking 2 miles per hour. Jake leaves home 15 minutes later and is walking 5 miles per hour. How long will it take Jake to catch up?

Rebecca,

How far has John walked when Jake starts?
How fast is Jake gaining on John?
How long will it take Jake to make up the distance between them?

Penny

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