A can complete a project in 20 days and B in 30 days. If they work on alternate days starting with A, in how many days will the project be completed? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A can complete a project in 20 days and B in 30 days. If they work on alternate days starting with A, in how many days will the project be completed?
A. 25 days
B. 24 days
C. 26 days
D. 22 days
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Total work = LCM(20, 30) = 60 units. Efficiency of A = 3, B = 2. In a 2-day cycle (A then B), work completed = 3 + 2 = 5 units. Number of cycles required = 60 / 5 = 12 cycles. Total time = 12 * 2 = 24 days.

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