2019 · Q36
A field can be reaped by 12 men or 18 women in 14 days. In how many days can 8 men and 16 women reap it?
Elementary MathematicsTime and Work
- A26 days
- B24 days
- C9 days
- D8 days
Explanation
12 men ≡ 18 women, so 1 man ≡ 1.5 women; 8 men + 16 women ≡ 12 + 16 = 28 women. 18 women take 14 days, so 28 women take 14×18/28 = 9 days.