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A garrison of 1000 men had provisions for 48 days. However, a reinforcement of 600 men arrived. How long will now food last for?
A garrison of 1000 men had provisions for 48 days. However, a reinforcement of 600 men arrived. How long will now food last for?
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Correct Answer: 30 days
Given,
For 1000 men, provision lasts for 48 days.
Therefore, For 1 man, provision lasts for (48×1000) days.
For (1000+600) men,
provision will last for 48×1000/1600 days
Therefore, Required number of days
= 48×10001600=3×10 = 30 days