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Old 24th October 2007 | 19:05
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Keith.Williams.
 
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There are some interesting interpretations in this string.

But I think that we need to RTFQ.

The question did not ask how long it would take each individual to complete the task when working alone.

It asked "How long are A B C working?"

Nothing in the question suggests that any individual works less than the full specified time when part of a specified pair.

A works with B for 48 minutes and with C for 80 minutes. So A works for a total of 48 + 80 = 128 minutes.

B works with A for 48 minutes and with C for 60 minutes. So B works for 48 + 60 = 108 minutes.

C works with B for 60 minutes and with A for 80 minutes. So C works for 60 + 80 = 140 minutes.

"Words failurise me" ................................. George Dubbya Bush.
"Don't let them failurise you"................... RTFQ.
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