Problem No. 4. Airplane fly

The travel by plane from Paris,France to New York City, USA, takes about 8 hours. If a passenger starts his journey from Paris at 7.30 pm local time, when is he supposed to arrive at New York City, local time?

Teacher tip

Problems with an extra-mathematical knowledge are suitable to demonstrate the application of math and its interdisciplinary character. Here, the students should be familiar with or should first learn about time zones.

Solution

He will arrive at New York City at 3.30 am the next day at Paris local time, which is 9.30 pm by New York City local time, the same day he started his journey.