Two trains of equal length are running on parallel lines in the same direction at 46 km/hr and 36 km/hr. The faster train passes the slower train in 36 seconds. The length of each train is:

Aptitude Problems on Trains Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
  • A
    45 m
  • B
    50 m
  • C
    60 m
  • D
    40 m

Answer

Correct Answer: 50 m

Explanation

Given

  • Equal lengths = L (each)
  • Speeds = 46 km/h and 36 km/h (same direction)
  • Overtake time = 36 s

ComputeRelative speed = (46 − 36) km/h = 10 km/h = 10 × (5/18) = 2.7778 m/sDistance to overtake = L + L = 2L2L = 2.7778 × 36 = 100 ⇒ L = 50 m

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