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Two pipes 'A' and 'B' can fill a cistern in 4 minutes and 6 minutes, respectively. If these pipes are turned on alternately for 1 minute each (pipe 'A' is opened first), then how long will it take for the cistern to fill?
Two pipes 'A' and 'B' can fill a cistern in 4 minutes and 6 minutes, respectively. If these pipes are turned on alternately for 1 minute each (pipe 'A' is opened first), then how long will it take for the cistern to fill?
Updated On: Mar 12, 2025
- 4 minutes 48 seconds
- 3 minutes 20 seconds
- 4 minutes 50 seconds
- 3 minutes 30 seconds
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The correct option is (A): 4 minutes 48 seconds
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