A missile travels at a speed of 1440 km/h. Find the distance covered by the missile in exactly 12 seconds. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A missile travels at a speed of 1440 km/h. Find the distance covered by the missile in exactly 12 seconds.
A. 4200 meters
B. 5000 meters
C. 4500 meters
D. 4800 meters
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Speed in m/s = 1440 * (5/18) = 80 * 5 = 400 m/s. Distance covered in 12 seconds = Speed * Time = 400 * 12 = 4800 meters.

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