New Register here for RBI, SEBI & NABARD strategy workshop! April 9 at 7 PM

    Question

    A tap can fill a tank in 6 hours. After half the tank is

    filled, three more similar taps are opened. What is the total time taken to fill the tank completely?
    A 4 hours Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 5 hours Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 3 hours 30 minutes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 3 hours 45 minutes Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    1. The first tap alone fills half the tank in 3 hours. 2. With 4 taps running, the remaining half is filled in 1.5 hours. 3. Total time = 3 + 1.5 = 4.5 hours.

    Practice Next

    Relevant for Exams: