A train passes a standing person on a platform in 8 seconds and crosses the platform itself, which is 240 meters long, in 20 seconds. Find the length of the train. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A train passes a standing person on a platform in 8 seconds and crosses the platform itself, which is 240 meters long, in 20 seconds. Find the length of the train.
A. 140 meters
B. 180 meters
C. 200 meters
D. 160 meters
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Time taken to cross the platform distance alone = 20 - 8 = 12 seconds. Speed of the train = 240 / 12 = 20 m/s. Length of the train = Speed * Time to pass the person = 20 * 8 = 160 meters.

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