Multiple choice

A train of length 287 m, running at 80 km/h, crosses another train moving in the opposite direction at 37 km/h in 18 seconds. What is the length of the other train?

  1. 298 m

  2. 248 m

  3. 398 m

  4. 289 m
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A Correct answer
Explanation

When trains cross in opposite directions, their relative speed is the sum of individual speeds (80 + 37 = 117 km/h = 117 × 5/18 = 32.5 m/s). Distance covered in 18 seconds = 32.5 × 18 = 585 m. Total distance = sum of both train lengths, so other train's length = 585 - 287 = 298 m. This matches option A.

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