Multiple choice

Kumar is travelling from Delhi to Chandigarh, a distance of 250 km. He expects to reach Chandigarh in six hours. What should be his average speed so that he can reach Chandigarh in time?

  1. 30.48 km/hr

  2. 35.65 km/hr

  3. 41.67 km/hr

  4. 51.67 km/hr
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Average speed is defined as total distance divided by total time. Here, 250 km / 6 hours = 41.666... km/hr, which rounds to 41.67 km/hr.

AI explanation

Using the basic Time, Speed and Distance formula, Speed equals Distance divided by Time. The distance to be covered is 250 km and the expected time is 6 hours. Dividing 250 by 6 gives a value of 41.666... km/hr. Kumar should maintain an average speed of 41.67 km/hr.

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