SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 60

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2022 - 11 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q60

A can complete the work in 15 days if he works for 8 hours a day. In order to complete the work in 12 days, for how many hours per day should he work?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 10 hours.

Total work = 15 × 8 = 120 hours

To finish in 12 days:

Required hours = 12012120 \over12 = 10 hours