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  1. A train speeds past a pole in 15 seconds and a platform 100 m long in 25 seconds. Its length is:

  2. A.
    50 m
    B.
    150 m
    C.
    200 m
    D.
    Data inadequate

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    Answer : Option B

    Explanation :

    Let the length of the train be x metres and its speed by y m/sec.

    Then, x = 15     =>     y = x .
    y 15
    Therefore x + 100 = x
    25 15

    => 15(x + 100) = 25x

    => 15x + 1500 = 25x

    => 1500 = 10x

    => x = 150 m.


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