In one hour, a boat goes 11 km/hr along the stream and 5 km/hr against the stream. The speed of the boat in still water (in km/hr) is:

– by
Question: In one hour, a boat goes 11 km/hr along the stream and 5 km/hr against the stream. The speed of the boat in still water (in km/hr) is:
[A].

3 km/hr

[B].

5 km/hr

[C].

8 km/hr

[D].

9 km/hr

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Speed in still water = 1 (11 + 5) kmph = 8 kmph.
2

Video Explanation: https://youtu.be/KQX_mA3tcVA