Arithmetic Ability
Problems on Trains

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Q.

Two trains having equal lengths, take 10 seconds and 15 seconds respectively to cross a post. If the length of each train is 120 meters, in what time (in seconds) will they cross each other when traveling in opposite direction?

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Correct choice: C

Explanation:

Speed of train 1 = (120/10)m/sec = 12 m/sec Speed of train 2 =(120/15)m/sec = 8 m/sec if they travel in opposite direction, relative speed = 12 + 8 = 20 m/sec distance covered = 120 + 120 = 240 m time = distance/speed = 240/20 = 12 sec
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