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Machines P and Q make parts for one order. The line shows every pair (hours of P, hours of Q) that completes the order. P makes 30 parts per hour. How many parts per hour does Q make?

Class 9Work and Rate EquationsLinear Equations
  • A22.5 parts
  • B30 parts
  • C40 parts
  • D5 parts

Step-by-Step Solution

The -intercept says P alone finishes in 8 h, so the order is parts. The -intercept says Q alone takes 6 h, so Q makes parts per hour.
Answer: C) 40 parts

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