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A train 120 m long travels at 108 km/h. How long does it take to completely cross a bridge 360 m long?

  1. 16 seconds
  2. 12 seconds
  3. 4 seconds
  4. 57.6 seconds

Answer

A. 16 seconds

Solution

108 km/h = 30 m/s. Distance = 120 + 360 = 480 m. Time = 480 ÷ 30 = 16 s.

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