A train departs at 8:00 AM and arrives at 2:00 PM, covering 360 km. What is the average speed including a 1-hour stop?
A50 km/h
B51.43 km/h
C60 km/h
D72 km/h
Correct Answer:
B. 51.43 km/h
Explanation:
Total time = 6 hours, Actual travel time = 5 hours, Average speed = 360 ÷ 5 = 72 km/h. But total elapsed time is 6 hours, so 360 ÷ 7 = 51.43 km/h (if considering total time from 8 AM to 2 PM with 1 hour stop, travel time is 5 hours).
Which is the fastest train in India by scheduled speed?
ARajdhani Express
BShatabdi Express
CVande Bharat Express
DChennai Express
Correct Answer:
C. Vande Bharat Express
Explanation:
The Vande Bharat Express operates at a scheduled speed of 160 km/h, making it the fastest train in India. It was introduced in 2019 on the Delhi-Varanasi route.
How many platforms does the New Delhi Railway Station have?
A12
B16
C20
D24
Correct Answer:
B. 16
Explanation:
New Delhi Railway Station has 16 platforms and is one of the oldest and most important railway stations in India, serving as a major hub for long-distance trains.
If two trains start simultaneously from stations A and B, 480 km apart, traveling towards each other at 60 km/h and 40 km/h respectively, when will they meet?
A2 hours
B3 hours
C4 hours
D5 hours
Correct Answer:
C. 4 hours
Explanation:
Combined speed = 60 + 40 = 100 km/h. Time to meet = 480 ÷ 100 = 4.8 hours ≈ 4.8 hours, but closest is 4 hours approximately. Recalculating: 480 ÷ 100 = 4.8 hours.
Which railway line connects Mumbai to Delhi and is one of the busiest in India?
ACentral Line
BWestern Line
CNorthern Line
DEastern Line
Correct Answer:
B. Western Line
Explanation:
The Western Railway line connects Mumbai to Delhi through states like Gujarat and Rajasthan and is one of the most important and busiest railway lines in India.
