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Solving Rate Problems

Question 1 of 3 • Common Core Algebra I A-IC

A medium water hose can fill a pool in 30 minutes. A larger water hose can fill the same pool in 20 minutes. If both hoses are turned on at the same time, how long will it take to fill the pool? | What equation can be used to solve this work problem? | How many minutes will it take both hoses to fill the pool?

Answer
A
t/30 = t/20
B
30 + 20 = t
C
30t + 20t = 1
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t/30 + t/20 = 1
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