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Leela can key in a long report in 26 hours, and Manoj can do the same job in 39 hours. Typing together, how many hours will they need?

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  • A15.6
  • B32.5
  • C13
  • D18

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Combined rate = 1/26 + 1/39 = 3/78 + 2/78 = 5/78 per hour, so time = 78/5 = 15.6 hours.
Answer: A) 15.6

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