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Time, Speed & Distance · Question 45 of 71

Question 45

EasyOriginal question

A 160 m long train passes a signal post in 8 seconds. At the same speed, how long will it take to pass a 240 m platform?

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CorrectNot quiteAnswer C

Correct answer: C

Explanation

  1. Speed =1608=20= \frac{160}{8} = 20 m/s.

  2. Platform crossing distance = 160+240=400160 + 240 = 400 m.

  3. Time =40020=20= \frac{400}{20} = 20 s.

Worth noting

12 s covers only the platform. The train's own 160 m must be added.

Concept
Using a pole-crossing to find speed, then a platform crossing
Typical time
45 s
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