In a 400-meter race, A finishes in 45 seconds and B finishes in 50 seconds. By what distance does A beat B? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In a 400-meter race, A finishes in 45 seconds and B finishes in 50 seconds. By what distance does A beat B?
A. 48 meters
B. 36 meters
C. 40 meters
D. 44 meters
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Speed of B = 400 / 50 = 8 m/s. Distance covered by B when A crosses the finish line at 45 seconds = 8 * 45 = 360 meters. Winning margin = 400 - 360 = 40 meters.

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A train 140 meters long passes a platform 160 meters long in 15 seconds. Find the speed of the train in km/h.
A. 60 km/h
B. 72 km/h
C. 90 km/h
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Correct Answer: Option B


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