Multiple choice

Two trains of same length take 60 seconds and 90 seconds, respectively to cross a pole. If both the trains are running in the same direction, then how long will they take to cross each other?

  1. 300 seconds

  2. 360 seconds

  3. 400 seconds

  4. 420 seconds

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

Let L be the length of each train. Speed of first train = L/60 (m/s). Speed of second train = L/90 (m/s). When moving in the same direction, relative speed = L/60 - L/90 = L/180 (m/s). To cross each other, they must cover the combined distance of 2L. Time = Distance/Speed = 2L ÷ (L/180) = 2L × 180/L = 360 seconds. This is a standard relative speed problem where trains of equal length cross each other moving in the same direction. Option B (360 seconds) is correct.