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A train sets off at 2 p.m. at the speed of 70 kmph. Another train starts at 3:30 p.m. in the same direction at the rate of 85 kmph. At what…

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A train sets off at 2 p.m. at the speed of 70 kmph. Another train starts at 3:30 p.m. in the same direction at the rate of 85 kmph. At what time the trains will meet?
  • A9.30 p.m.
  • B8.30 p.m.
  • C10.30 p.m.
  • D10.45 p.m.
Correct answer: C

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CCommunity
10.30 p.m.

D = 70 * 1 ½ = 105 km

RS = 85 – 70 = 15

T = 105/15 = 7 h

3.30 + 7 h = 10.30 p.m.