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Working together, Meena and Tarun pack a consignment in 18 days. Meena alone needs 30 days. How many days would Tarun need alone?

Competition practiceTime & Work / Pipes
  • A45
  • B12
  • C48
  • D40

Step-by-Step Solution

Tarun's rate = 1/18 − 1/30 = 5/90 − 3/90 = 2/90 = 1/45 per day, so he needs 45 days.
Answer: A) 45

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