A can complete a work in 16 days and B in 20 days. If both work together, in how many days will the work be completed? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A can complete a work in 16 days and B in 20 days. If both work together, in how many days will the work be completed?
A. 8.89
B. 11.39
C. 16.39
D. 13.89
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Combined rate = 1/16 + 1/20. Time = 8.89 days.

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Question #1
15 men can complete a work in 25 days. If 19 men work at the same rate, in how many days will the work be completed?
A. 25.74
B. 23.74
C. 19.74
D. 21.74

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Total work = 15 × 25 = 375 man-days. Required days = 375/19 = 19.74 days.

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Question #2
12 men can complete a work in 16 days. If 16 men work at the same rate, in how many days will the work be completed?
A. 14.0
B. 18.0
C. 16.0
D. 12.0

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Total work = 12 × 16 = 192 man-days. Required days = 192/16 = 12.0 days.

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Question #3
A can complete a work in 14 days and B in 37 days. If both work together, in how many days will the work be completed?
A. 12.66
B. 15.16
C. 10.16
D. 17.66

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Combined rate = 1/14 + 1/37. Time = 10.16 days.

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