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Question 56

EasyOriginal question

Two cyclists start together from the same point on a 600 m circular track and ride in opposite directions at 4 m/s and 6 m/s. After how many seconds do they first meet?

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CorrectNot quiteAnswer A

Correct answer: A

Explanation

  1. Riding towards each other, they close the gap at 4+6=104 + 6 = 10 m/s.

  2. They meet when together they have covered one lap: 60010=60\frac{600}{10} = 60 seconds.

Worth noting

300 seconds subtracts the speeds, which is for riding the same way.

Concept
Meeting when running opposite ways
Typical time
60 s
Your time
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The rule this testsCircular tracks
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