A standard boat covers 12 km upstream in 4 hours and 16 km downstream in 2 hours. What is the speed of the boat in still water? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A standard boat covers 12 km upstream in 4 hours and 16 km downstream in 2 hours. What is the speed of the boat in still water?
A. 5.5 km/h
B. 7 km/h
C. 6.5 km/h
D. 6 km/h
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Upstream speed = 12 / 4 = 3 km/h. Downstream speed = 16 / 2 = 8 km/h. Speed in still water = (Downstream speed + Upstream speed) / 2 = (8 + 3) / 2 = 5.5 km/h.

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