A train 150 meters long completely passes a stone in 15 seconds. Find the speed of the train in km/h. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A train 150 meters long completely passes a stone in 15 seconds. Find the speed of the train in km/h.
A. 30 km/h
B. 45 km/h
C. 36 km/h
D. 40 km/h
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Speed of train = 150 / 15 = 10 m/s. In km/h = 10 * (18/5) = 36 km/h.

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B. 80 minutes
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