Solve the Problem $\frac { 1 } { 31 } \mathrm { hr }$

question 483

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-An experienced accountant can prepare a tax return in 13 hours. A novice accountant can do the job in 18 hours. How long will it take them to do the job working together?

• A) \(\frac { 1 } { 31 } \mathrm { hr }\)
• B) \(\frac { 234 } { 31 } \mathrm { hr }\)
• C) \(\frac { 1 } { 234 } \mathrm { hr }\)
• D) \(\frac { 234 } { 5 } \mathrm { hr }\)

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