A train 120 meters long passes a pole in 6 seconds. What is the speed of the train in km/h? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A train 120 meters long passes a pole in 6 seconds. What is the speed of the train in km/h?
A. 84 km/h
B. 80 km/h
C. 72 km/h
D. 64 km/h
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Speed of train = 120 / 6 = 20 m/s. In km/h = 20 * (18/5) = 72 km/h.

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If a man walks at 12 km/h instead of 9 km/h, he travels 15 km more in the same time. Find the actual distance traveled by him.
A. 35 km
B. 50 km
C. 45 km
D. 60 km

Correct Answer: Option C


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A cargo container vehicle spans 600 meters in exactly 40 seconds. Find its baseline speed index in km/h.
A. 60 km/h
B. 54 km/h
C. 66 km/h
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Correct Answer: Option C


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