A running man crosses a bridge of length 500 meters in 4 minutes. At what…

2023

A running man crosses a bridge of length 500 meters in 4 minutes. At what speed he is running?

  1. A.

    8.5 km/hr

  2. B.

    7.5 km/hr

  3. C.

    9.5 km/hr

  4. D.

    6.5 km/hr

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Correct answer: B

Step-by-Step Solution

To calculate the man's speed in km/hr, follow these steps to ensure all units are consistent:

  1. Identify the given values:

    • Distance = 500 meters

    • Time = 4 minutes

  2. Convert units to the required format (km/hr):

    • Convert distance to kilometers: 500 meters = 500 / 1000 = 0.5 km.

    • Convert time to hours: 4 minutes = 4 / 60 = 1/15 hours.

  3. Calculate speed:

    • Speed = Distance / Time

    • Speed = 0.5 / (1/15)

    • Speed = 0.5 * 15 = 7.5 km/hr.

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