SSC Quantitative Aptitude Pipes & Cisterns Question Bank Pipe and Cistern (II)

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    Two-pipes can fill a tank in 2 h and 3 h, respectively. If both pipes are opened together, then the tank will be filled in

    A) 5 h

    B) 1.20 h

    C) 1.12 h

    D) 6 h

    Correct Answer: B

    Solution :

    [b] \[\because \]Here x = 2 and \[y=3\] \[\therefore \]Required time\[=\frac{xy}{x+y}=\frac{2\times 3}{2+3}=\frac{6}{5}=1.20\,h\]


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