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Q:
A) 16 min | B) 12 min |
C) 14 min | D) 20 min |
Answer: B) 12 min
Explanation:
Explanation:
Let the efficiencies of filling pipes is 4p and 5p respectively.
Efficiency of pipe which empty the tank = 2/3 x 9p/2 = 3p
Total work = 3p x 36 = 108p
Time to fill the tank by both the pipes = 108p/9p = 12 min.