Write a system of equations for the problem, and then solve the system.At the beginning of a bicycle ride, Raul and Miguel are 90 miles apart. If they leave at the same time and ride in the same direction, Raul overtakes Miguel in 5 hours. If they ride toward each other, they pass each other in 2 hours. What are their speeds?

A. Raul: 32.5 mph; Miguel: 12.5 mph
B. Raul: 31.5 mph; Miguel: 13.5 mph
C. Raul: 13.5 mph; Miguel: 31.5 mph
D. Raul: 32.5 mph; Miguel: 13.5 mph


Answer: B

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