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Two trains of length 120 m and 280 m are running towards each other on parallel lines at 42 kmph and 30 kmph respectively. In what time wil…

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Two trains of length 120 m and 280 m are running towards each other on parallel lines at 42 kmph and 30 kmph respectively. In what time will they be clear of each other from the moment they meet?
  • A14 sec
  • B21 sec
  • C17 sec
  • D20 sec
Correct answer: D

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20 sec

Relative speed = (42 + 30) * 5/18 = 4 * 5 = 20 mps.

Distance covered in passing each other = 120 + 280 = 400 m.

The time required = d/s = 400/20 = 20 sec.