Arithmetic Ability
Problems on Trains

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Q.

Two trains of equal length , running in opposite directions , pass a pole in 18 and 12 seconds. The trains will cross each other in

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Correct choice: A

Explanation:

Let the length of the train be L metres Speed of first train = 3600/18 xL m/hour Speed of secxond train = 3600/12 xL m/hour When running in opposite directions, relative speed = 200 L + 300 L m/hour Distance to be covered = L + L = 2L metre Time taken = 2L/500 Lx3600 sec =14.4 sec
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