- A45
- B50
- C52
- D48
Step-by-Step Solution
First 120 km take 3 h and the next 120 km take 2 h, total 5 h; average speed = 240 / 5 = 48 km/h.
Answer: D) 48
A man travels a total distance of 240 km, covering the first half at 40 km/h and the second half at 60 km/h. What is his average speed for the whole journey, in km/h?
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