Ron can mow the lawn in two hours more time than Paul. Working together they can mow the lawn in 5 hours. How long does it take each of them working alone?

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Ron can mow the lawn in two hours more time than Paul. Working together they can mow the lawn in 5 hours. How long does it take each of them working alone?

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Paul: 1.5 hrs
Ron: 3.5 hrs

Alan Burlison answered Jul 15, 2024

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