Question

    A and B can complete a job together in 30 days; B and C can complete the same job together in 25 days, while C and A can complete the same job together in 10 days. In how many days will A, B, and C be able to complete the same job alongside D, who is only 50% as efficient as C?

    A 150/17 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 152/3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 125/7 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 180/7 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    A+B= 30 B+C=25 C+A=10days LCM of 30, 25, and 10 = 150 Total 2(A+B+C) = 5+6+15+=26 A+B+C =13 C = 13-5 =8 D= 8×50/100=4 NOW A+B+C+D = 13+4=17 SO total days = 150/17 =150/17

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