The ratio between the speeds of two trains is 2 : 5. If the first train runs 250 km in 5 h, then the difference between the speeds (in km/h) of both the trains is:
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer is option 2 i.e. 75
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Given: Ratio between the speeds of two trains is 2 ∶ 5 |
Since the first train covers 250 km in 5 hours: Speed of 1st train = 250/5 = 50 km/hr Then, Speed of 2nd train = 50 × 5/2 = 125 km/hr Difference = 125 – 50 = 75 |