A sound wave covers a distance of 1.36 km in 4 seconds. Find the speed of sound in m/s. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A sound wave covers a distance of 1.36 km in 4 seconds. Find the speed of sound in m/s.
A. 340 m/s
B. 320 m/s
C. 350 m/s
D. 360 m/s
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Distance = 1.36 km = 1360 meters. Speed = Distance / Time = 1360 / 4 = 340 m/s.

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Two express trains 220 meters and 180 meters long are tracking parallel in identical directions at speeds of 90 km/h and 72 km/h. Find the duration to pass each other.
A. 80 seconds
B. 90 seconds
C. 84 seconds
D. 72 seconds

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
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Walking at 6/7 of his normal pace, a man is 12 minutes late to his workplace. What is his normal time?
A. 80 minutes
B. 72 minutes
C. 90 minutes
D. 64 minutes

Correct Answer: Option B


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A transport truck covers a route track of 480 km in 8 hours. How much time will it require to clear a distance path of 360 km given it tracks at the same speed?
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B. 6.5 hours
C. 6.0 hours
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Correct Answer: Option C


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