Weekly running schedule: Raju runs 1250 m on Monday and Friday, runs 1500 m on other weekdays and Saturday, and rests on Sunday. Starting Monday, how many kilometres does he run in 3 weeks?
Aptitude
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Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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A12.5 Km
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B20.5 Km
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C8.5 Km
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D25.5 Km
Answer
Correct Answer: 25.5 Km
Explanation
Introduction / Context:This is a schedule-based arithmetic problem summing weekly distances over multiple weeks, with varying daily amounts and weekly rest days.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Mon & Fri = 1250 m each
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat = 1500 m each
- Sun = 0
- 3 consecutive weeks starting Monday
Concept / Approach:Compute one-week total, then multiply by 3. Convert metres to kilometres at the end.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Per week: 1250 + 1250 = 2500 m (Mon & Fri)Per week: 4 * 1500 = 6000 m (Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat)Weekly total = 2500 + 6000 = 8500 m = 8.5 kmThree weeks total = 3 * 8.5 = 25.5 kmVerification / Alternative check:Counting days explicitly confirms 18 running days and 3 rest Sundays over 3 weeks.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:They reflect incorrect weekly totals or omission of rest days.
Common Pitfalls:Forgetting to include Saturday or excluding both Monday and Friday special distances correctly.
Final Answer:25.5 Km