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  1. A man can row 6 kmph in still water. When the river is running at 1.2 kmph, it takes him 1 hour to row to a place and black. How far is the place?
  2. A.
    3.12 km
    B.
    2.88 km
    C.
    3 km
    D.
    2 km

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    M = 6

    S = 1.2

    DS = 6 + 1.2 = 7.2

    US = 6 - 1.2 = 4.8

    x/7.2 + x/4.8 = 1

    x = 2.88


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