Question

    A boat can travel 4.2km upstream in 14min. If the ratio

    of the speed of the boat in still water to the speed of the stream is 7:1. How much time will the boat take to cover 17.6km downstream ?
    A 44 min Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 12 min Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 24 min Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 33 min Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Speed = 7x : x
    Downstream = 8x; upstream = 6x
    Upstream speed = 4.2 x (60/14) = 18kmph
    6x = 18
    x = 3
    Downstream = 8 x 3 = 24
    Time taken for 17.6 km = 17.6 x (60/24) = 44 min

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