- A1
- B2
- C10
- D5
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Reduce the speed ratio: 6 : 4 = 3 : 2. Opposite directions give distinct meeting points. (Same direction would give 3 − 2 = 1.)
Answer: D) 5
Two athletes run in opposite directions round a circular track at 6 m/s and 4 m/s, starting from the same point. At how many distinct points on the track will they ever meet?
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