12 men can complete a work in 10 days. How many more men are required to complete the work in 6 days?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 8.
Given:
12 men can complete a work in 10 days
Calculations:
Let P man is required to complete the work in 6 days
According to the question;
⇒ 12 × 10 = P × 6
⇒ P = 20 men
Hence, the extra men required to complete the work = 20 - 12 = 8 men