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

Competition practiceTime & Work / Pipes
  • A36
  • B24
  • C30
  • D18

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Let B's rate be ; then A's rate is , so combined , giving ; B alone takes 36 days.
Answer: A) 36

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