By walking at 3/4 of his usual speed , a man reaches his office 20 minutes later than usual . this usual time is?

Aptitude Time and Distance
Choose an option
  • A
    30 minutes
  • B
    60 minutes
  • C
    75 minutes
  • D
    1 hour 30 minutes

Answer

Correct Answer: 60 minutes

Explanation

At 3/4 of the usual speed, the time taken is 4/3 of the usual time ∴ 4/3 of usual time - usual time = 20 min ⇒ 4x/3 - x = 20 ⇒ x/3 = 20 ∴ x = 60 min.

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