Math Problem Statement
A completes 2/5 part of a work in x days. After then he calls B and they together finish the remaining work in 6 days. If B alone takes 100/6 days. Then find the value of x.
(a) 10 days
(b) 50/3 days
(c) 20 days
(d) 40 days
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Work and Time
Rate of Work
Algebra
Formulas
Rate of work formula: Work done = Rate × Time
Combined rate: Rate of A + Rate of B = Combined rate
Theorems
Work Rate Theorem (Inversely proportional relationship between time and rate of work)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10
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