Excluding stoppages, the speed of an express train is 60 km/h and including stoppages it is 48 km/h. For how many minutes does the train stop per hour? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Excluding stoppages, the speed of an express train is 60 km/h and including stoppages it is 48 km/h. For how many minutes does the train stop per hour?
A. 10 minutes
B. 12 minutes
C. 14 minutes
D. 15 minutes
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Stoppage time per hour = (60 - 48) / 60 = 12 / 60 = 1/5 hour. In minutes = (1/5) * 60 = 12 minutes.

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A train running at 72 km/h crosses a bridge 250 meters long in 20 seconds. Find the length of the train.
A. 180 meters
B. 120 meters
C. 200 meters
D. 150 meters

Correct Answer: Option D


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B. 13.5 km/h
C. 12.5 km/h
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B. 10:48 AM
C. 10:24 AM
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Correct Answer: Option C


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