Mohan can do a bit of work in 25 days which can be completed by Sohan in 20 days. Both together labour for 5 days and afterward Mohan leaves off. How long…
Mohan can do a bit of work in 25 days which can be completed by Sohan in 20 days. Both together labour for 5 days and afterward Mohan leaves off. How long will Sohan take to complete the remaining work?
Show answerHide answer
Correct answer: (B) 11 days
Explanation
Together per day: 1/25 + 1/20 = 9/100; in 5 days 45/100 is done. The remaining 55/100 at Sohan's rate 1/20 per day takes 55/100 × 20 = 11 days.