A train 120 meters long running at 54 km/h passes a standing pedestrian. Find the time taken to cross. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A train 120 meters long running at 54 km/h passes a standing pedestrian. Find the time taken to cross.
A. 7 seconds
B. 9 seconds
C. 10 seconds
D. 8 seconds
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Speed of train = 54 * (5/18) = 15 m/s. Time taken = 120 / 15 = 8 seconds.

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A motorist covers a distance of 180 km at 45 km/h and returns at 60 km/h. Find the total time spent for the entire round trip.
A. 7 hours
B. 8 hours
C. 6 hours
D. 9 hours

Correct Answer: Option A


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A sound wave travels at 340 m/s. How much distance in kilometers does it cover in 20 seconds?
A. 6.5 km
B. 6.8 km
C. 7.2 km
D. 7.5 km

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Two trains of equal length cross a pole in 10 seconds and 20 seconds respectively. If the length of each train is 100 meters, find the time taken by them to pass each other when running in opposite directions.
A. 12.24 seconds
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C. 13.33 seconds
D. 15.00 seconds

Correct Answer: Option C


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