Train A leaves Westtown and travels at 50 mph toward Smithville, 330 miles away. At the same time, Train B leaves Smithville and travels at 60 mph toward Westtown.
After how many hours do the two trains meet?
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Let's assume the two trains meet after h hours.
Since Train A is traveling at 50 mph and Train B is traveling at 60 mph, the total distance covered by both trains after h hours is given by:
50h + 60h
The sum of these distances should be equal to the total distance between Westtown and Smithville, which is 330 miles:
50h + 60h = 330
Simplifying the equation:
110h = 330
Divide both sides of the equation by 110:
h = 330/110
h = 3
Therefore, the two trains meet after 3 hours.