Subject: Mathematics
Book: Maths Mastery
Work-rate problems revolve around the formula Work = Rate × Time, often focusing on collaborative tasks. For example, if Person A can complete a job in 6 hours (rate = 1/6 job/hour) and Person B can do it in 3 hours (rate = 1/3 job/hour), together their combined rate is 1/6 + 1/3 = 1/2 job/hour, so they finish in 2 hours. Work-rate logic extends to real-life scheduling—like painting rooms, manufacturing tasks, or data processing. Mastering these setups helps you optimize resource use, plan effectively, and interpret team-based productivity measurements.
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