alleryA cart covers 72 m in 6 s; a van in 9 s. Cart-to-van speed ratio?
A3:2
B2:3
C4:3
D3:4
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. 3:2
The speeds are 72 ÷ 6 = 12 m/s and 72 ÷ 9 = 8 m/s, giving a ratio of 3:2.
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