A man can row 6 kmph in still water. When the river is running at 1.2 kmph, it takes him 1 hour to row to a place and black. How far is the place?

Basic Maths Mcqs Boats and Streams 15/10/2020

A. 3.12 km
B. 2.88 km
C. 3 km
D. 2 km

Explanation:

M = 6
S = 1.2
DS = 6 + 1.2 = 7.2
US = 6 – 1.2 = 4.8
x/7.2 + x/4.8 = 1
x = 2.88

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