Multiple choice

A train 250 meter long is running with a speed of 68 km/hr. In what time will it pass a man who is running at 8 km/hr in the same direction in which the train is going?

  1. 15 sec

  2. 25 sec

  3. 18 sec

  4. 24 sec

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Since both train and man move in same direction, relative speed = 68 - 8 = 60 km/hr. Converting to m/s: 60 × 1000/3600 = 50/3 m/s. The train must cover its own length (250 m) relative to the man. Time = Distance/Speed = 250 ÷ (50/3) = 250 × 3/50 = 15 seconds. Note: When objects move in same direction, subtract their speeds to get relative speed.