Correct option is D
Given:
Let normal time taken = x minutes
Reduced speed = of normal speed
Time difference = 10 minutes
Formula Used:
Time = Distance / Speed
If speed is reduced, time increases in inverse ratio.
Solution:
If speed is of normal, then time taken will be of normal time.
So, increased time = × x
Difference in time = x - x = 10
Therefore, Manoj would have taken 15 minutes at his normal speed.
Alternate Solution:
As we know, time is inversely proportional to speed.
Let the usual speed of the person be 5x
Speed of the person after decreasing = 3x
Ratio of usual speed to after decreasing = 5x : 3x
Ratio of usual time to after decreasing = 3x : 5x
5x – 3x = 10
=> x = 5
3x = 5 × 3 =15 min