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A train crosses another train in 20 sec. Find out the lengths of the trains.
A. Ratio between the lengths the of second train and first train is `4:5.`
B. Ratio between the speed of first and second trains is `1:2.`
C. The speed of first train is 36 km/hr.

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To solve the problem, we need to analyze the information provided in the statements and determine if we can find the lengths of the trains. ### Given: - A train crosses another train in 20 seconds. - We need to find the lengths of the trains. ### Statements: 1. **Statement A**: The ratio between the lengths of the second train and the first train is 4:5. 2. **Statement B**: The ratio between the speed of the first and second trains is 1:2. 3. **Statement C**: The speed of the first train is 36 km/hr. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Problem**: - When two trains cross each other, the distance covered (which is the sum of their lengths) can be calculated using the formula: \[ \text{Distance} = \text{Relative Speed} \times \text{Time} \] - Here, the time taken to cross each other is given as 20 seconds. 2. **Analyzing Statement A**: - Let the length of the first train be \( L_1 \) and the length of the second train be \( L_2 \). - According to Statement A, we have: \[ \frac{L_2}{L_1} = \frac{4}{5} \implies L_2 = \frac{4}{5} L_1 \] - This gives us a relationship between the lengths of the two trains, but we still need more information to find their actual lengths. 3. **Analyzing Statement B**: - Let the speed of the first train be \( S_1 \) and the speed of the second train be \( S_2 \). - According to Statement B, we have: \[ \frac{S_1}{S_2} = \frac{1}{2} \implies S_2 = 2S_1 \] - This gives us a relationship between the speeds of the two trains, but we still need to know the actual speeds to find the lengths. 4. **Analyzing Statement C**: - Statement C provides the speed of the first train: \[ S_1 = 36 \text{ km/hr} \] - To convert this speed into meters per second (since the time is given in seconds), we use the conversion factor \( \frac{5}{18} \): \[ S_1 = 36 \times \frac{5}{18} = 10 \text{ m/s} \] - Now, using Statement B, we can find the speed of the second train: \[ S_2 = 2S_1 = 2 \times 10 = 20 \text{ m/s} \] 5. **Calculating the Relative Speed**: - Since we do not know the direction of the trains, we will assume they are moving towards each other (which gives us the maximum relative speed): \[ \text{Relative Speed} = S_1 + S_2 = 10 + 20 = 30 \text{ m/s} \] 6. **Finding the Total Distance**: - The total distance covered when the two trains cross each other is: \[ \text{Distance} = \text{Relative Speed} \times \text{Time} = 30 \text{ m/s} \times 20 \text{ s} = 600 \text{ m} \] - This distance is the sum of the lengths of both trains: \[ L_1 + L_2 = 600 \text{ m} \] 7. **Using the Length Ratio**: - From Statement A, we have \( L_2 = \frac{4}{5} L_1 \). - Substituting this into the equation \( L_1 + L_2 = 600 \): \[ L_1 + \frac{4}{5} L_1 = 600 \] - Combining the terms: \[ \frac{9}{5} L_1 = 600 \implies L_1 = 600 \times \frac{5}{9} = \frac{3000}{9} \approx 333.33 \text{ m} \] - Now, substituting back to find \( L_2 \): \[ L_2 = \frac{4}{5} L_1 = \frac{4}{5} \times \frac{3000}{9} = \frac{2400}{9} \approx 266.67 \text{ m} \] ### Conclusion: - The lengths of the trains are approximately: - Length of the first train \( L_1 \approx 333.33 \text{ m} \) - Length of the second train \( L_2 \approx 266.67 \text{ m} \)

To solve the problem, we need to analyze the information provided in the statements and determine if we can find the lengths of the trains. ### Given: - A train crosses another train in 20 seconds. - We need to find the lengths of the trains. ### Statements: 1. **Statement A**: The ratio between the lengths of the second train and the first train is 4:5. ...
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