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Question
Which of the following vary inversely with each other?
Options
Speed and distance covered.
Distance covered and taxi fare.
Distance travelled and time taken.
Speed and time taken.
Solution
Speed and time taken.
Explanation:
We know that, when we increases the speed, then the time taken by vehicle decreases.
Hence, speed and time taken vary inversely with each other.
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