Multiple choice general knowledge math & puzzles

a car 2 meter long is being changed by a 3 meter limousine. Car is moving at a speed of 60 m/s while limousine is moving at 65m/s. how long will limousine to overtake car if limousine starts 45 meter behind car.

  1. 11 sec

  2. 10 sec

  3. 5 sec

  4. 15 sec

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The limousine must cover the initial 45m gap plus the length of both vehicles to completely overtake the car. Total distance = 45m + 2m (car) + 3m (limousine) = 50m. Since the limousine is 5 m/s faster (65 - 60), time = 50/5 = 10 seconds.