Two trains start from two different stations towards each other. Train A travels at a speed of 60 km/h and Train B travels at a speed of 90 km/h. If the distance between the two stations is 300 km,…
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Two trains start from two different stations towards each other. Train A travels at a speed of 60 km/h and Train B travels at a speed of 90 km/h. If the distance between the two stations is 300 km, how long will it take for the two trains to meet?
- 2 hours
- 3 hours
- 4 hours
- 5 hours
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A - 2 hours
Moving towards each other, the relative speed is 60 + 90 = 150 km/h. Time = 300 / 150 = 2 hours.
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