SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 43

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 12/01/2017 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q43

Two donkeys are standing 400 meters apart. First donkey can run at a speed of 3 m/sec and the second can run at 2 m/sec. If two donkeys run towards each other after how much time (in sec) will they bump into each other?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 80

Understanding

Application

First donkey can run at a speed of 3 m/sec and the second can run at 2 m/sec.

So,

Relative speed of 2 monkeys

= 3 + 2 = 5 m/sec

Distance = 400 meters

So,

Required time = 400/5 = 80 sec