November 2019 Problem of the Month
Filling A Cistern
Submitted by Brijesh Dave
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Pipe S can fill a cistern in 2 hours by itself and pipe K can fill a cistern in 3 hours.
Pipe Y can empty it in 5 hours.
Suppose that all the pipes are turned on at the same time when the cistern is completely empty.
How long will it take to fill?
Send your solution by the end of the month to:
David Pleacher