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 A is half good a work man as B and together they finish a job in 14 days. In how many days working alone B finish the job?

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 A is half good a work man as B and together they finish a job in 14 days. In how many days working alone B finish the job?

A). 20

B). 21

C). 22

D). 23


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21



WC = 1:2

2x + x = 1/14 => x = 1/42

2x = 1/21 => 21 days

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