SOLUTION: Ron can mow the lawn two hours more time than Paul. Working together they can mow the lawn in 6 hours. How long does it take each of them working alone? Round your answer to the ne

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Question 982980: Ron can mow the lawn two hours more time than Paul. Working together they can mow the lawn in 6 hours. How long does it take each of them working alone? Round your answer to the nearest tenth of an hour if necessary.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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PERSON___________RATE
RON_____________1%2F%28x%2B2%29
PAUL______________1%2Fx
Together___________1%2F6

1%2F%28x%2B2%29%2B1%2Fx=1%2F6