A can do a piece of work in 16 days and B can do it in 24 days. They work together for 6 days and then A leaves. In how many more days will B finish the remaining work?
A. 10 days
B. 9 days
C. 8 days
D. 12 days
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Answer: B. 9 days
Answer: (B) 9 days
In 6 days together: \(6\left(\frac{1}{16} + \frac{1}{24}\right) = 6 \times \frac{5}{48} = \frac{5}{8}\). Remaining \(\frac{3}{8}\); B needs \(\frac{3}{8} \times 24 = 9\) days.
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· 27 Oct 2026
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