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Gita can embroider a set of cushion covers in 45 days and her apprentice needs 180 days for the same set. Working together, in how many days will they finish it?

Competition practiceTime & Work / Pipes
  • A36
  • B112.5
  • C40
  • D30

Step-by-Step Solution

Combined rate = 1/45 + 1/180 = 4/180 + 1/180 = 5/180 = 1/36 of the set per day, so 36 days.
Answer: A) 36

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