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A train covers the first quarter of its route at 50 km/h, the next half at 100 km/h and the last quarter at 25 km/h. What is its average speed?

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  • A50 km/h
  • B58.3 km/h
  • C68.75 km/h
  • D55 km/h

Step-by-Step Solution

Take the route as 4 km: time h. Average km/h. (68.75 weights the speeds by distance.)
Answer: A) 50 km/h

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