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Unitary Method Problem

by [email protected] » Sat Oct 10, 2015 6:21 am
If 5 engines consume 6 metric tonnes of coal when each is running 9 hours a day, how much coal will be needed for 8 engines, each running 10 hours a day, it being given that 3 engines of the former type consume as much as 4 engines of the latter type ??

(a) 8

(b) 3 + 1/8

(c) 6.48

(d) 8 + 5/9
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by [email protected] » Sat Oct 10, 2015 8:30 am
Hi parthdpatel.patel,

What is the source of this question? I ask because it's poorly-worded and not formatted in proper GMAT 'style.' If you're actually studying for the GMAT, then you would be better served by using reputable GMAT materials.

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