In a 1000-meter race, sprinter A beats sprinter B by 100 meters, and sprinter B beats sprinter C by 50 meters. By how many meters does X beat Z in the same race? (Assume consistent speeds) MCQ with Answer and Explanation
In a 1000-meter race, sprinter A beats sprinter B by 100 meters, and sprinter B beats sprinter C by 50 meters. By how many meters does X beat Z in the same race? (Assume consistent speeds)
A. 145 meters
B. 155 meters
C. 150 meters
D. 140 meters
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
When A covers 1000m, B covers 900m. When B covers 1000m, C covers 950m. When B covers 900m, C covers 950 * (900/1000) = 855m. Therefore, A beats C by 1000 - 855 = 145 meters.
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