WBCS.LIVE practice question

There is a leak (hole) in a tank which can empty it in 8 hours. Another pipe is fitted to the tank, which can fill 6 liters of water per hour. The pipe is opened, but due to leakage, the tank becomes empty in 12 hours. What is the capacity of the tank?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 80 Liter
  2. 120 Liter
  3. 144 Liter
  4. 78 Liter

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 144 Liter