- A20 h
- B4 h
- C24 h
- D4 4/5 h
Step-by-Step Solution
Net filling per hour of the tank, so it fills in hours.
Answer: C) 24 h
Meena's overhead tank is empty. She opens inlet tap A and, by mistake, the outlet pipe C at the bottom is also open, as shown. How long will the tank take to fill?
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