$A$ boat running downstream covers a distance of $16 \, km$ in $2 \, hours$, while for covering the same distance upstream, it takes $4 \, hours$. What is the speed of the boat in still water?

  • A
    $4 \, km/hr$
  • B
    $6 \, km/hr$
  • C
    $8 \, km/hr$
  • D
    Data inadequate

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