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How long would 100 cars stopped at a traffic light take to all pass the light?
- Metrics
- Top-Interview
- Hard
- 15 min
Focus on breaking down the problem into manageable components. Start by estimating the time it takes for a single car to pass through the traffic light once it turns green. Consider factors such as the average length of a car and the distance between cars when they are lined up at the light. Then, calculate the total time for all 100 cars based on your single car estimate, ensuring to account for any potential delays or variations in traffic flow. Be prepared to explain your reasoning and any assumptions you make during your calculations.
What this question tests
- Metrics
- Structured problem solving
- Communication
- Trade-off reasoning
Practise this question under interview conditions. Answer it out loud against a timer with an AI interviewer that asks follow-ups, then review the scored report.
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