A train running at the speed of 60 km/hr crosses a pole in 9 seconds. What is the length of the train?
Aptitude
Problems on Trains
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
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A140 m
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B150 m
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C160 m
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D135 m
Answer
Correct Answer: 150 m
Explanation
Given
- Speed = 60 km/h
- Time to cross a pole = 9 s
Compute lengthConvert speed: 60 × (5/18) = 16.6667 m/sLength = speed × time = 16.6667 × 9 = 150 m
Tip: Crossing a pole means distance equals train length only.