Question
Quantitative Aptitude Question on Number Systems
The boat will sink when the weight on it increases beyond 350 kg. There is a hole in it through which the water leaks in at the rate of 0.4 kg/s. The weight of the boat is 1200 kg, and the weight of the boatman is 48 kg. The boatman throws out water at the rate of 0.04 kg/s. There are four passengers whose weights are 42.5 kg, 53.5 kg, 43.5 kg and 54.5 kg. How long will the boat float?
A
60 hours
B
80 hours
C
96 hours
D
100 hours
E
120 hours
Answer
100 hours
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is option (D): 100 hours