Question

X alone can do a piece of work in
5 days. Y can do the same work in 4 days , x and y are assigned to
do the same work for Rs. 5000.
They complete the work in 2 days
with the help of z. How much is
to be paid to Z ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

Together their effeciency is

1/15+1/10 = 1/6

now amount to be paid is based on the ratio of their effeciency

so A:B ratio of effeciency is 1/15:1/10

2:3

so 5000/5 = 1000

so A is to be paid 2000Rs

B is to be paid 3000Rs

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