Question

    A coach sees an athlete 85 meters ahead on the track and

    begins running after him. The athlete is running at a speed of 19 m/sec, while the coach runs at 24 m/sec. In how many seconds will the coach reach the athlete?
    A 22 sec Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 30 sec Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 17 sec Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 22 sec Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,
    The time taken for the coach to reach the athlete =

    85 / (24 - 19) = 85 / 5 = 17 sec

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