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The efficiencies of pipes A, B and C are in the ratio 3 : 2 : 1. Together they fill a tank in 4 hours. How long would A alone take?

Competition practicePipes & Cisterns
  • A24 h
  • B6 h
  • C8 h
  • D12 h

Step-by-Step Solution

Together: units/h, tank = 24 units. A alone: h. (12 h is B, 24 h is C.)
Answer: C) 8 h

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