Ramesh can finish a work in 20 days and Sushil in 25 days. They both work…

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Ramesh can finish a work in 20 days and Sushil in 25 days. They both work together for 5 days and then Sushil goes away. In how many days will Ramesh complete the remaining work?

  1. A.

    10 days

  2. B.

    11 days

  3. C.

    8 days

  4. D.

    9 days

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Correct answer: B

Step-by-step solution:

  • Ramesh's work rate = 1/20 of the job per day.

  • Sushil's work rate = 1/25 of the job per day.

  • Together per day they do 1/20 + 1/25 = 9/100 of the job.

  • Work done in the first 5 days = 5 × 9/100 = 45/100.

  • Remaining work = 1 − 45/100 = 55/100.

  • Ramesh alone does 1/20 = 5/100 per day, so days needed = (55/100) ÷ (5/100) = 11 days.

Answer: 11 days

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