A can complete a work in 19 days and B in 30 days. If they work together, the work will be completed in: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A can complete a work in 19 days and B in 30 days. If they work together, the work will be completed in:
A. 26.63
B. 21.63
C. 11.63
D. 16.63
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Combined rate = 1/19 + 1/30. Required time = 11.63 days.

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17 men can complete a work in 21 days. If 21 men work at the same rate, in how many days will the work be completed?
A. 17.0
B. 23.0
C. 21.0
D. 19.0

Correct Answer: Option A


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12 men can complete a work in 14 days. If 17 men work at the same rate, the work will be completed in:
A. 19.88
B. 9.88
C. 24.88
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Correct Answer: Option B


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A is 20% less efficient than B. If A can complete a work in 15 days, in how many days will B complete it?
A. 9 days
B. 10 days
C. 12 days
D. 11 days

Correct Answer: Option C


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