A cyclist covers a 3.6 km track in 12 minutes. Find his speed in meters per second. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A cyclist covers a 3.6 km track in 12 minutes. Find his speed in meters per second.
A. 4 m/s
B. 5 m/s
C. 6 m/s
D. 8 m/s
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Distance = 3.6 km = 3600 meters. Time = 12 minutes = 720 seconds. Speed = 3600 / 720 = 5 m/s.

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C. 52 km/h
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Correct Answer: Option D


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