Multiple choice general knowledge

A 175 metre long train crosses a 35 metre platform in 12 seconds. What is the speed of the train in km/hr?

  1. 42

  2. 64

  3. 63

  4. 59

  5. None of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Total distance to cross = train length + platform length = 175 + 35 = 210 metres. Time = 12 seconds. Speed = 210/12 = 17.5 m/s. Convert to km/hr: 17.5 × (3600/1000) = 17.5 × 3.6 = 63 km/hr. Option C is correct.