- A10 km/h
- B2 km/h
- C12 km/h
- D8 km/h
Step-by-Step Solution
Upstream speed = 8, downstream speed = 12 km/h. Still water = (8 + 12) ÷ 2 = 10 km/h.
Answer: A) 10 km/h
A boat covers 32 km upstream in 4 hours and 36 km downstream in 3 hours. Find its speed in still water.
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