SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 52

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 26 June 2024 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q52

A completes a piece of work in 4 days and B completes it in 6 days. How long will it take to complete the same piece of work if they both work together?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 2252{{2} \over 5} days.

Total work = LCM of 4 and 6 = 12

Efficiency of A and B = 12/4 + 12/6 = 3 + 2 = 5

Total time required = 12/5 = 2252{{2} \over 5} days