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A is twice as efficient as B. Working together, they can complete a work in 14 days. In how many days can B alone complete the work?

Competition practiceTime & Work / Pipes
  • A28
  • B36
  • C21
  • D42

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Let B's rate be ; A's rate = . Together , so , meaning B alone takes 42 days.
Answer: D) 42

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