SOLUTION: Three men A,B and C can complete a job in 8,12 and 16 days respectively.A and B work together for 3 days;then B Leaves and C joins.In how many days ,can A and C finish the work?
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Question 860569: Three men A,B and C can complete a job in 8,12 and 16 days respectively.A and B work together for 3 days;then B Leaves and C joins.In how many days ,can A and C finish the work?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
3/8+3/12+x/16+x/8=1
9/24+6/24+3x/16=1
10/16+3x/16=1
3x=6
x=2
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