SOLUTION: James can build a dog house by himself in 4 days. Rodel can build the same dog house by himself in 8 days. How long could it take them to build a dog house if they work together?

Question 1188082: James can build a dog house by himself in 4 days. Rodel can build the same dog house by himself in 8 days. How long could it take them to build a dog house if they work together?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Combined Rate for the one job
JOBS per DAY

This in DAYS to build the 1 house,

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