SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 59

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 21 June 2024 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q59

In a 300 m race, A beats B by 22.5 m or 6 seconds. Which of the following options is equal to B’s time over the course?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 80 sec.

A beats B by 22.5 m or 6 seconds

So, B covers 22.5 m in 6 seconds

Speed of B = 22.5622.5\over6 = 3.75 m/sec

B runs 300 m 

Time = 300/3.75 = 80 sec