A man can row 8 km/h in still water. He takes 4 hours to row to a point and back when the current flows at 4 km/h. How far is the point? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A man can row 8 km/h in still water. He takes 4 hours to row to a point and back when the current flows at 4 km/h. How far is the point?
A. 10 km
B. 12 km
C. 14 km
D. 16 km
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Downstream speed = 8 + 4 = 12 km/h. Upstream speed = 8 - 4 = 4 km/h. Let distance be d. d / 12 + d / 4 = 4 => 4d / 12 = 4 => d = 12 km.

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B. 110 km/h
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Correct Answer: Option D


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