A train 180 meters long passes a static utility pole in 9 seconds. Find the time it takes to completely pass a platform of length 300 meters. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A train 180 meters long passes a static utility pole in 9 seconds. Find the time it takes to completely pass a platform of length 300 meters.
A. 26 seconds
B. 24 seconds
C. 20 seconds
D. 25 seconds
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Speed of train = 180 / 9 = 20 m/s. Total distance to pass platform = 180 + 300 = 480 meters. Time taken = 480 / 20 = 24 seconds.

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