A train 120 meters long running at 108 km/h completely passes another train 180 meters long running at 72 km/h in the same direction. How much time do they take to clear each other? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A train 120 meters long running at 108 km/h completely passes another train 180 meters long running at 72 km/h in the same direction. How much time do they take to clear each other?
A. 30 seconds
B. 25 seconds
C. 40 seconds
D. 35 seconds
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Total distance to be covered = 120 + 180 = 300 meters. Relative speed in same direction = 108 - 72 = 36 km/h = 36 * (5/18) = 10 m/s. Time taken = 300 / 10 = 30 seconds.

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