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A is twice as efficient as B. Working together, A and B complete a work in 12 days. In how many days can A alone complete the work?

Competition practiceTime & Work / Pipes
  • A20
  • B24
  • C16
  • D18

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Combined rate = 1/12; A:B efficiency = 2:1, so A's share ; A alone takes 18 days.
Answer: D) 18

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