Directions: Read the following information to answer the question.
Directions: Read the following information to answer the question.
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The new downstream speed = (12 + 8)/2 = 10 kmph New upstream speed = (12) – 8) x 2 = 8 kmph Total time taken 20/10 + 20/8 = 2 + 5/2 = 4½. |
Directions: Read the following information to answer the question.
Directions: Read the following information to answer the question.
Directions: Read the following information to answer the question.
As X started chasing the thief after 15 minutes, the thief had gained (15/60)60 = 15 km over X. the relative speed between the thief and X is 65 - 60 = 5 kmph. So, the time taken by X to catch the thief is 15/5 = 3 hours. As X had started the chase at 12.15 p.m. he caught the thief at 3.15 p.m.