A cyclist covers 500 meters in exactly 1 minute 40 seconds. Find his speed in km/h. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A cyclist covers 500 meters in exactly 1 minute 40 seconds. Find his speed in km/h.
A. 18 km/h
B. 15 km/h
C. 22 km/h
D. 20 km/h
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Time = 1 minute 40 seconds = 100 seconds. Speed = 500 / 100 = 5 m/s. In km/h = 5 * (18/5) = 18 km/h.

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A. 22 km/h
B. 18 km/h
C. 15 km/h
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Correct Answer: Option B


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B. 200 meters
C. 250 meters
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