Question

The train station clock runs too fast and gains 5 minutes every 10 days. How many minutes and seconds will it gain in 7 days

Answer 1

Answer: 210 secs (3 mins, 30 secs)

Explanation:

No of minutes gained every 10 days = 5 mins

No of minutes gained every day = 5 ÷ 10

= 0.5 min (30 secs)

Amount of time gained in 7 days = 30 secs × 7

= 210 secs (3 mins, 30 secs)