We know that speed is equal to distance divided by time.
In this case, the speed is 12 km/h and the time is 40 minutes, which is equal to 40/60 = 2/3 hours.
So, distance = speed × time
= 12 × 2/3
= 8 km.
Therefore, the market is 8 kilometers from the compound. Answer: \boxed{8}.
A farmer cycled from his compound to the market at an average speed of 12km per hour. If he took 40 minutes for the journey, how many kilometers is the market from the compound?
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