Walking at 7/9 of his usual speed, a man reaches his destination 16 minutes late. Find his usual time. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Walking at 7/9 of his usual speed, a man reaches his destination 16 minutes late. Find his usual time.
A. 64 minutes
B. 56 minutes
C. 60 minutes
D. 50 minutes
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
New speed = 7/9 of usual speed => New time = 9/7 of usual time. Difference = 2/7 of usual time = 16 minutes. 1/7 of usual time = 8 minutes => Usual time = 56 minutes.

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