A train running at 36 km/h crosses a pole in 8 seconds. What is the length of the train?

Speed, Time and Distance (Trains) · Quantitative Aptitude · Easy · Practice for SSC CGL Tier 1

A train running at 36 km/h crosses a pole in 8 seconds. What is the length of the train?

  1. 60 m
  2. 80 m
  3. 100 m
  4. 120 m
Answer and solution

Correct answer: B) 80 m

36 km/h = 36 × 5/18 = 10 m/s; length = 10 × 8 = 80 m.

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