- A60 L/min
- B48 L/min
- C15 L/min
- D12 L/min
Step-by-Step Solution
Now 25 min, so net 48 L/min, while the pipe gives L/min. Leak L/min. (48 is the net inflow.)
Answer: D) 12 L/min
A pipe normally fills a 1,200-litre tank in 20 minutes; because of a leak, it now takes 25% more time. At how many litres per minute does the leak drain?
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