Question

    A train overtakes a bus traveling

    at a speed of 5 m/s in 8 seconds. If the length of the train is 160 meters, determine the speed of the train.
    A 35 m/s Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 15 m/s Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 20 m/s Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 25 m/s Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ, Let the speed of the train be 's' m/s. So, (160/(s-5)) = 8 20 = s - 5 or, s = 25 So, speed of the train = 25 m/s

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