Mathematics
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Medium
Question
A camp has provisions for 500 men for 9 days. After 3 days, 100 more men join. How long will the food now last?
A
12 days
B
5 days
✓ Official correct answer
C
9 days
D
6 days
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A
12 days
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B
5 days
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C
9 days
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D
6 days
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Explanation
6 days' food for 500 remains (= 3,000 man-days); for 600 men → 5 days.