A man covers a distance at a speed of 60 kmph and returns back at a speed of 40 kmph. What is his average speed for the whole journey? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A man covers a distance at a speed of 60 kmph and returns back at a speed of 40 kmph. What is his average speed for the whole journey?
A. 55 kmph
B. 50 kmph
C. 48 kmph
D. 52 kmph
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Average speed = 2×60×40/(60+40) = 4800/100 = 48 kmph. (Note: Not percentage but included as tough TSD).

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