A train of length enters a tunnel long

PHYSICS · Multi-part · CBSE · Physics · Motion · Motion

Problem

A train of length 150 m150\,\text{m} enters a tunnel 300 m300\,\text{m} long. The train moves with a uniform speed of 72 km/h72\,\text{km/h}. (i) What total distance must the train travel after the moment its front enters the tunnel until the moment its rear emerges from the tunnel? (ii) Calculate the time taken to clear the tunnel completely, expressing your answer in seconds.

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