SOLUTION: 4 men and 6 women paint a house in 16 days. How long will it take 8 men and 12 women?

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Question 887466: 4 men and 6 women paint a house in 16 days. How long will it take 8 men and 12 women?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
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That arrangement simply doubles the rate. Half the time.