Question

    Two trains, A and B, are traveling towards each other on

    parallel tracks. Train A is traveling at a speed of 60 miles per hour, and Train B is traveling at a speed of 40 miles per hour. If the initial distance between the trains is 200 miles, how long will it take for them to meet?
    A 1 hour Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 hours Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 3 hours Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 4 hours Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Combined speed = 60 + 40 = 100 miles per hour Time taken to cover 200 miles at a speed of 100 mph = 200/100 = 2 hours Answer: (B)

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