- A30 workers
- B20 workers
- C10 workers
- D15 workers
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worker-days = , so the job is 1800. Left 1350 in 30 days: 45 workers. Hire 15.
Answer: D) 15 workers
A contractor employs 30 workers to finish in 45 days. After 15 days only one-fourth is done. How many more workers must he hire to finish on time?
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