5. Susan drove home at 70 kph, but her brother Mike, who left at the same time, could drive at only 58 kph, When Susan arrived, Mike still had 70 kilometers to go. How far did Susan drive? Your answer

5. Susan drove home at 70 kph, but her brother Mike, who left at the same time, could drive at only 58 kph, When Susan arrived, Mike still had 70 kilometers to go. How far did Susan drive? Your answer

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