Subject

    Quantitative Aptitude

    Topic

    Speed & Distance

    A train 360 m long is running at a speed of 45 km/hr. In what time will it pass a bridge 140 m long?

    ক)
    40 sec
    খ)
    42 sec
    গ)
    45 sec
    ঘ)
    48 sec

    Explanation

    Formula for converting from km/hr to m/s:   X km/hr = (X x (5/18)) m/s. Therefore, Speed = (45 x 5/18) m/sec = 25/2 m/sec. Total distance to be covered = (360 + 140) m = 500 m. Formula for finding Time = (Distance/Speed) Required time = (500 x 2)/25 sec = 40 sec.

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