A runner covers 200 meters in 22 seconds. Find his approximate speed in km/h. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A runner covers 200 meters in 22 seconds. Find his approximate speed in km/h.
A. 36.0 km/h
B. 30.5 km/h
C. 32.7 km/h
D. 34.2 km/h
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Speed = 200 / 22 m/s = 100 / 11 m/s. In km/h = (100 / 11) * (18/5) = 360 / 11 = 32.72 km/h.

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A passenger coach locomotive 120 meters long passes a clear roadside post marker in 6 seconds flat. Find the time needed to cross an extensions platform 240 meters long.
A. 15 seconds
B. 18 seconds
C. 22 seconds
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Correct Answer: Option B


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B. 72 km/h
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