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Answer: DSet 12: Linear Equations (Advanced)
Explanation
A pipe fills a tank in 4 hours. Another drains it in 6 hours. If both are open, how long to fill the tank?
A.
5
B.
2
C.
10
D.✓ Correct
12
Detailed Explanation
Choice D is correct. Choice D is the correct answer. 1. Rates: Fill = , Drain = . 2. Equation: 3. Common Denominator (12): 4. Solve: Choice B is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice C is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice A is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.
Key Steps:
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The correct answer is 12
Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
B: Choice B is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
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