A train runs at a speed of in the first , in the next , and in the last . What is the average speed (in ) of the train?
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Solution & Step-by-step Explanation
Average speed is defined as the total distance divided by the total time taken.
First, calculate the distance covered in each interval:First interval: Speed = , Time = $
60\,\text{km/h} 20\,\text{min} = \frac{20}{60}\,\text{h}
$\text{Distance}_2 = 60 \times \frac{20}{60} = 20\,\text{km}
Third interval: Speed = , Time = $
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Calculate the average speed:
Converting to a mixed fraction:
First, calculate the distance covered in each interval:First interval: Speed = , Time = $
60\,\text{km/h} 20\,\text{min} = \frac{20}{60}\,\text{h}
$\text{Distance}_2 = 60 \times \frac{20}{60} = 20\,\text{km}
Third interval: Speed = , Time = $
$
Calculate the average speed:
Converting to a mixed fraction: