Question 41
EasyOriginal questionA train 150 m long runs at 54 km/h. How long does it take to cross a platform 300 m long?
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer C
Correct answer: C
Explanation
Distance to cover = train + platform = m.
54 km/ m/s.
Time s.
Worth noting
20 s counts only the platform's length. The train has fully crossed only when its last coach leaves the platform.
- Concept
- Crossing a platform: distance = train length + platform length
- Typical timeTypical
- 40 s
- Your timeYours
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