A worker covers 40% of his path at 20 km/h and the remaining 60% at 30 km/h. Find his average speed for the full journey. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A worker covers 40% of his path at 20 km/h and the remaining 60% at 30 km/h. Find his average speed for the full journey.
A. 28 km/h
B. 26 km/h
C. 25 km/h
D. 24 km/h
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Let total distance be 100 km. First section = 40 km; Time = 40 / 20 = 2 hours. Second section = 60 km; Time = 60 / 30 = 2 hours. Total time = 4 hours. Average speed = 100 / 4 = 25 km/h.

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