Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Test

Chapter

Numerical Ability

Topic

Time and Work

Question:

A can do a piece of work alone in 10 days, whereas B alone can doit in 15 days. They work together and get ₹2000 for their work. What is the share of B?

Options:

₹1200

₹800

₹1000

₹1600

Correct Answer:

₹800

Explanation:

A = 10 days, B = 15 days,

⇒ Total wages for working together = Rs. 2000.

⇒ (3 + 2)x = 2000

⇒ 5x = 2000

⇒ x = Rs. 400,

B's share = 2 x 400 = Rs. 800.