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In a 400 m race, A can give B a 20 m start and C a 58 m start. In a 500 m race, how much start can B give C?

Competition practiceRaces & Circular Tracks
  • A50 m
  • B38 m
  • C45 m
  • D40 m

Step-by-Step Solution

B runs 380 m while C runs 342 m, so C's speed is of B's. Over 500 m C covers 450 m: start m. (38 m is just 58 - 20.)
Answer: A) 50 m

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