SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 62

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 30 June 2023 - Shift 3 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q62

In a 1610 m race, Amarjeet reaches the final point in 91 seconds, and Dinesh reaches the final point in 115 seconds. By how much distance does Amarjeet beat Dinesh?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 336 m.

Total distance = 1610 m

Amarjeet's time = 91 sec

Dinesh's time = 115 sec

Dinesh’s speed = 16101151610\over115 = 32223322\over23 m/sec

In 91 sec, Dinesh covers = 32223322\over23 × 91 = 1274 m

Distance Amarjeet beats Dinesh = 1610 − 1274 = 336 m