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Kiran can paint a hall in 24 days, while Sunil can paint it in 16 days. If both paint together, how long will the job take? (answer in days)

Competition practiceTime & Work / Pipes
  • A9.6
  • B10
  • C20
  • D8

Step-by-Step Solution

Combined rate = 1/24 + 1/16 = 2/48 + 3/48 = 5/48 per day. Time = 48/5 = 9.6 days.
Answer: A) 9.6

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