A train A which is 120m long is running with velocity 20m/s while trai...
Length of train A = 120m
Velocity of train A, vA = 20m/s
Length of train B = 130m
Velocity of train B, vB = 30m/s
Relative velocity of B w.r.t. A = vB + vA = 50m/s
(trains move in opposite directions)
Total path length to be covered by B = 130 + 120 = 250m
∴ Time taken by train B = 250 m/50m/s = 5 s
View all questions of this testA train A which is 120m long is running with velocity 20m/s while trai...
Understanding the Problem
To find the time taken by train B to completely cross train A, we need to consider both the lengths of the trains and their relative velocities.
Key Information
- Length of Train A: 120 m
- Length of Train B: 130 m
- Velocity of Train A: 20 m/s
- Velocity of Train B: 30 m/s
Relative Velocity Calculation
When two objects move in opposite directions, their relative velocity is the sum of their speeds.
- Relative Velocity = Velocity of Train A + Velocity of Train B
- Relative Velocity = 20 m/s + 30 m/s = 50 m/s
Total Distance to Cross
To find the total distance that train B needs to cover to completely cross train A, we add their lengths:
- Total Distance = Length of Train A + Length of Train B
- Total Distance = 120 m + 130 m = 250 m
Time Calculation
Using the formula for time, which is:
- Time = Total Distance / Relative Velocity
We can substitute the values:
- Time = 250 m / 50 m/s = 5 s
Conclusion
The time taken by train B to completely cross train A is 5 seconds.
Thus, the correct answer is option 'A'.