Question: Two pipes can fill a tank in 10 hours and 15 hours respectively. How long will it take to fill the tank if both pipes are opened together?
Options:
Correct Answer: 5 hours
Solution:
The combined rate is 1/10 + 1/15 = 3/30 + 2/30 = 5/30. Therefore, it will take 30/5 hours or 6 hours.