Problems on Trains · Question 18 · Easy

A 160 m long train running at 72 km/h passes a man walking at 8 km/h in the opposite direction. How long does it take to pass him?

  1. 7.2 seconds
  2. 6.4 seconds
  3. 8 seconds
  4. 9 seconds
Answer and explanation

Answer: A. 7.2 seconds

Explanation: Relative speed = 72 + 8 = 80 km/h = 200/9 m/s. Time = 160 ÷ (200/9) = 7.2 seconds.

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