A person reaches his destination 40 minutes late if his speed is 3 km/h, and reaches 30 minutes early if his speed is 4 km/h. Find the distance to his destination. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A person reaches his destination 40 minutes late if his speed is 3 km/h, and reaches 30 minutes early if his speed is 4 km/h. Find the distance to his destination.
A. 12 km
B. 16 km
C. 15 km
D. 14 km
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Time difference = 40 - (-30) = 70 minutes = 70 / 60 = 7/6 hours. Let distance be d. d/3 - d/4 = 7/6 => d/12 = 7/6 => d = 14 km.

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A. 9.09 meters
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C. 8.50 meters
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Correct Answer: Option A


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B. 8 seconds
C. 12 seconds
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