Question

40 men can finish a piece of work in 26 days. How many men will be needed to finish it in 12 days.​

Answer 1

Answer:

86.66

Step-by-step explanation:

40 men = 26 days

x men = 12 days

so, the ratio of this = 40 : x :: 12 : 26

so, that 40 × 26 = x × 12

12x = 1040

x = 1040 ÷ 12

x = 86.66

So, the men required to finish the work in 12 days is 86.66 men