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Two runners with speeds in the ratio 2 : 3 start together and run in opposite directions round a circular track. How many times have they met by the time the faster has completed 10 laps?

Competition practiceRaces & Circular Tracks
  • A16
  • B17
  • C10
  • D4

Step-by-Step Solution

When the faster runs 10 laps, the slower runs laps. Together laps, and they meet once per lap covered together: 16 meetings.
Answer: A) 16

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