JEE Main 2026 — Quadratic Equation Question with Solution
JEE Main 2026 (23 January Shift 1)
Question
A building construction work can be completed by two masons A and B together in 22.5 days. Mason A alone can complete the construction work in 24 days less than mason B alone. Then mason A alone will complete the construction work in :
Choose an option
Show full solutionCorrect option: B
Correct answer
B36 days
Step-by-step explanation
Let A take days and B take days.
Together: .
.
Mason A alone completes the work in 36 days.
Together: .
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Mason A alone completes the work in 36 days.
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