SOLUTION: Solve the following parallel process word problem: Alicia can wash 5 dogs in 1 hour. Pat can wash 1 dog in 1 hour. If Alicia and Pat work together, how long will it take

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Question 873378: Solve the following parallel process word problem:
Alicia can wash 5 dogs in 1 hour. Pat can wash 1 dog in 1 hour.
If Alicia and Pat work together, how long will it take them to wash
15 dogs.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
together 6/hr
6%2F1+=+15%2Fx
6x = 15
x = 15/6 = 5/2 = 2.5 hr