By David Sydney
Two trains started 1,200 miles apart.
One train headed north at an average speed of ninety-nine miles per hour. She was on that train.
At precisely the same time, the other train headed south at an average speed of 125 miles per hour. He was on that train.
Which train will arrive first?
The pair had done very well in algebra years before earning the same degree from different schools in different states using different textbooks. A simple math problem for both.
Unfortunately, the two trains were on the same track.
Neither, despite such skills, solved the exact moment of impact.
A practical use of algebra
Thank you for your comment. A practical use of algebra…but an unfortunate use of the rails.
This piece builds momentum (Mass X Velocity) up until the end.
Thank you for your comment. I suppose momentum sometimes builds…until coming to a crashing halt.
Great to get a twist at the end. No happy ending for these two. I enjoyed your story
Thank you for your kind words
Very impressive!
…approximately 5.357 hours
Great story. Loved the title and last line ?
You signaled the end well.