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A train passes an electric pole in 10 seconds and a platform 120 m long in 18 seconds. Its length in meters is?

150 m
130 m
240 m
180 m

Correct Answer: 150 m

Explanation:

Let the length of train be x m, then
x/10 = (120 + x)/18
⇒ x = 150m

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