Two runners start together from the same point on a 600 m circular track and run in the same direction at 4 m/s and 6 m/s. After how long will they first meet again?
A. 150 seconds
B. 300 seconds
C. 60 seconds
D. 100 seconds
A. 150 seconds
B. 300 seconds
C. 60 seconds
D. 100 seconds
Best answer
Answer: B. 300 seconds
Answer: (B) 300 seconds
The faster runner must gain one full lap (600 m) at a relative speed of 2 m/s. Time = 600 ÷ 2 = 300 s.
Trap: 60 s is for opposite directions (relative speed 10 m/s).
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