A can do a piece of work in 10 days and B can do the same work in 15 days. If they work together, in how many days will the work be completed? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

A can do a piece of work in 10 days and B can do the same work in 15 days. If they work together, in how many days will the work be completed?
A. 5 days
B. 9 days
C. 8 days
D. 6 days
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
A's 1-day work = 1/10, B's 1-day work = 1/15. Combined 1-day work = 1/10 + 1/15 = 5/30 = 1/6. Therefore, they will complete the work together in 6 days.

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