Two trains 140 meters and 160 meters long are tracking on parallel routes in opposite directions at 40 km/h and 50 km/h respectively. How long do they take to clear each other? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Two trains 140 meters and 160 meters long are tracking on parallel routes in opposite directions at 40 km/h and 50 km/h respectively. How long do they take to clear each other?
A. 12 seconds
B. 10 seconds
C. 15 seconds
D. 14 seconds
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Total distance = 140 + 160 = 300 meters. Relative speed = 40 + 50 = 90 km/h = 90 * (5/18) = 25 m/s. Time taken = 300 / 25 = 12 seconds.

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