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A train 150 m long is running at 54 km/h. In how much time will it pass a man standing on the platform?

1. 8 sec
2. 9 sec
3. 10 sec
4. 12 sec

Correct answer: 10 sec

Solution

The train must cover 150 m to pass the man. Converting 54 km/h to m/s gives 15 m/s, so time = 150/15 = 10 seconds.

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