SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 57

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 3 Feb 2022 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q57

A car covers a certain distance at a constant speed of 45 km/h in 4 hours. If the car moves at a speed of 40 km/h, how much more time (in minutes) will it take to cover the same distance? 

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 30.

Distance = 45 × 4 = 180 km

New time = 180 ÷ 40 = 4.5 hrs

Extra time = 4.5 − 4 = 0.5 hrs = 30​ minutes