Analytical Puzzles
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A train 150 metres long passes a pole in 10 seconds. What is its speed in km/h?
Hint
Speed = distance/time, then convert m/s to km/h.
Answer
54 km/h.
Explanation
The train covers 150 metres in 10 seconds, giving 15 m/s. Multiplying by 3.6 gives 54 km/h.
Step-by-Step Solution
Speed = 150/10 = 15 m/s.
15×3.6 = 54 km/h.
15×3.6 = 54 km/h.