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Two buses moving at 100 km/h and 80 km/h respectively cross each other while moving in opposite direction. Velocity of one bus relative to other bus is

Correct answer: D. 180 km/h

  • A. 100 km/h
  • B. 20 km/h
  • C. 80 km/h
  • D. 180 km/h

Explanation

Here the two buses are moving in the opposite directions Their speeds are u=100 km/hr and v=80 km/hr ∴ Relative speed =(u+v) km/hr =(100+80)=180 km/hr Hence, the buses have their relative speeds as 180 km/hr.

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