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A carpenter can make a cupboard in 12 days and his assistant in 18 days. After working together for 3 days, the carpenter leaves. How many more days does the assistant take to finish?

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  • A12
  • B10.5
  • C9
  • D7.5

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In 3 days together: . Remaining 7/12 takes days.
Answer: B) 10.5

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