Half way through the journey from Delhi to Lahore Atalji began to look out of the window of the Samjhauta Express and continued it until the distance which was remained to cover was half of what he has covered. Now at this time how much distance he has to cover?
A. $$\frac{2}{2}$$
B. $$\frac{1}{4}$$
C. $$\frac{1}{3}$$
D. $$\frac{1}{6}$$
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
Since, he has covered twice the distance which yet he has to cover. It means he has covered $$\frac{2}{3}$$ of the whole journey and remaining journey is $$\frac{1}{3}$$ rd.This Question Belongs to Arithmetic Ability >> Number System
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