Question
If Michael and Simon work together, they can complete a job in 8 days. If Michael and Simon worked together for 6 days, followed by Simon who worked alone for the next 18 days, they can finish off the job.
  1. How many days would Simon need to complete the job alone? 
  2. How many days would Michael need to complete the job alone?
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If Michael and Simon work together, they can complete a job in 8 days. If Michael and Simon worked together for 6 days, followed by Simon who worked alone for the next 18 days, they can finish off the job.
  1. How many days would Simon need to complete the job alone? 
  2. How many days would Michael need to complete the job alone?