A runner covers a 400-meter track. The winner finishes in 40 seconds, while the runner-up takes 44 seconds. By what distance does the winner beat the runner-up? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A runner covers a 400-meter track. The winner finishes in 40 seconds, while the runner-up takes 44 seconds. By what distance does the winner beat the runner-up?
A. 40.0 meters
B. 36.36 meters
C. 34.2 meters
D. 38.5 meters
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Speed of runner-up = 400 / 44 = 100 / 11 m/s. Distance covered by runner-up in 40 seconds = (100 / 11) * 40 = 4000 / 11 = 363.63 meters. Winning margin = 400 - 363.63 = 36.36 meters.

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