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There are three taps in a tank. Tap A can fill the tank in 3 hours and tap B in 4 hours while tap C can empty the tank in 8 hours. All the taps are kept open simultaneously. If the time taken to fill the tank is x hours, then find the value of x as a mixed fraction.

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Important Questions on Direct and Indirect Proportions

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Mayank can do a piece of work in 3 days. Sanjay can do the same work in 4 days. The wage for full work is 350. If both work together to complete the work, then find out the earning of Sanjay if the wages are paid in proportion to work done.
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