(II) Two locomotives approach each other on parallel tracks. Each has a speed of 155 km/h with respect to the ground. If they are initially 8.5 km apart, how long will it be before they reach each other? (See Fig. 2-35.) -8.5 km- 91V= Sinanoo 155 km/h V = 155 km/h

(II) Two locomotives approach each other on parallel tracks. Each has a speed of 155 km/h with respect to the ground. If they are initially 8.5 km apart, how long will it be before they reach each other? (See Fig. 2-35.) -8.5 km- 91V= Sinanoo 155 km/h V = 155 km/h

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