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Bhavna's hostel tank is filled by two pumps working at 1,200 and 800 litres per hour. The tank holds 15,000 litres and is one-fifth full. How long will the pumps take to fill it?

Competition practicePipes & Cisterns
  • A6 h
  • B7.5 h
  • C10 h
  • D15 h

Step-by-Step Solution

Water needed L at L/h → 6 h. (7.5 h fills the whole tank.)
Answer: A) 6 h

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