In a Remote Army Camp, 10 Soldiers Have the Ration

question 151

Multiple Choice

In a remote army camp, 10 soldiers have the ration for 21 days. If 3 soldiers leave the camp, for how many days will the ration be sufficient?

• A) 14
• B) 15
• C) 21
• D) 60
• E) 30

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