SOLUTION: A large pipe can fill a tank in 10 minutes, and a smaller pipe can fill the tank in 20 minutes. How long will it take to fill the tank if the both pipes are used at the same time?
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Question 411440: A large pipe can fill a tank in 10 minutes, and a smaller pipe can fill the tank in 20 minutes. How long will it take to fill the tank if the both pipes are used at the same time?
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--Nienyotza Answer by sudhanshu_kmr(1152) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! if both pipes are used then in one minute tank will fill ( 1/10 - 1/20 ) portion
it is 1/20 portion...
