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A student goes to school from his residence at a speed of \(2\frac{1}{2}\) km/h and reaches school 6 minutes late. If he travels at a speed of 3 km/h, he reaches 10 minutes before time. What is the distance of his school from his residence ?
A student goes to school from his residence at a speed of \(2\frac{1}{2}\) km/h and reaches school 6 minutes late. If he travels at a speed of 3 km/h, he reaches 10 minutes before time. What is the distance of his school from his residence ?
Updated On: May 21, 2024
- 4 km
- \(3\frac{1}{4}\) km
- 1 km
- \(3\frac{1}{2}\) km
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The correct option is (A) :4 km.
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