Three runners are running in a circular track, and they complete one round in 20, 30 and 35 minutes respectively. When will they next meet at the starting point?

  1. A. After 3 hour 30 minutes
  2. B. After 4 hour 30 minutes
  3. C. After 3 hours
  4. D. After 7 hours

Correct Answer: D. After 7 hours

Explanation

They will meet again at the LCM of their individual times. \text{LCM}(20, 30, 35) = 420 minutes. Converting this to hours: 420 \div 60 = 7 hours.

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