17 men can complete a work in 27 days. If 21 men work at the same rate, in how many days will the work be completed? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

17 men can complete a work in 27 days. If 21 men work at the same rate, in how many days will the work be completed?
A. 25.86
B. 23.86
C. 27.86
D. 21.86
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Total work = 17 × 27 = 459 man-days. Required days = 459/21 = 21.86 days.

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A can complete a work in 12 days and B in 14 days. If they work together, the work will be completed in:
A. 21.46
B. 11.46
C. 6.46
D. 16.46

Correct Answer: Option C


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18 men can complete a work in 16 days. If 22 men work at the same rate, in how many days will the work be completed?
A. 13.09
B. 17.09
C. 19.09
D. 15.09

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A can complete a work in 18 days and B in 27 days. If they work together, the work will be completed in:
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Correct Answer: Option D


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