MA, Stanford University
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There is a shortcut formula for solving work word problems, but it relies heavily on your ability to work with fractions: total time for one job = 1 divided by (the sum of 1/time plus 1/time) . Essentially, you find how much time it takes for each person working alone, and plug those values into this new "triple fraction" that you will need to solve. Start by finding a common denominator of the very bottom, then combine those two fractions into one, and then use the reciprocals to solve for the total time needed to complete the job for both individuals working together.
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