The speed of a train is 54 km/h. How many meters does it cross in 20 seconds? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The speed of a train is 54 km/h. How many meters does it cross in 20 seconds?
A. 400 meters
B. 250 meters
C. 300 meters
D. 350 meters
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Speed = 54 * (5/18) = 15 m/s. Distance in 20 seconds = Speed * Time = 15 * 20 = 300 meters.

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Excluding regular stops, an express cargo van tracks at 84 km/h and including stops it tracks at 70 km/h. How many minutes does it stop per hour?
A. 10 minutes
B. 15 minutes
C. 12 minutes
D. 8 minutes

Correct Answer: Option A


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A train 150 meters long is running at 72 km/h. How long will it take to pass a platform of length 250 meters?
A. 18 seconds
B. 24 seconds
C. 15 seconds
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Correct Answer: Option D


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A. 2.0 km/h
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Correct Answer: Option C


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