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A train leaves X at 5 a.m. and reaches Y at 9 a.m. Another train leaves Y at 7 a.m. and reaches X at 10:30 a.m. At what time do the two trains meet?

Competition practiceSpeed, Time & Distance
  • A8 a.m.
  • B7:56 a.m.
  • C7:45 a.m.
  • D8:15 a.m.

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Take distance : speeds and . At 7 a.m. half remains: h min after 7 a.m.
Answer: B) 7:56 a.m.

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