The ratio between the speeds of two trains is 2 : 5. If the first train covers 350 km in 5 hours, then the speed (in km/h) of the second train is:
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 175
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Speed = Distance/Time |
Given: Ratio between the speeds of two trains is 2 ∶ 5
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Since the first train covers 350 km in 5 hours: Speed of 1st train = 350/5 = 70 km/hr Then, Speed of 2nd train = 70 × 5/2 = 175 km/hr |