Question
If Paul and Oscar work together, they can complete a job in 12 days. If Paul and Oscar worked together for 8 days, followed by Oscar who worked alone for the next 20 days, they can finish off the job.
  1. How many days would Oscar need to complete the job alone? 
  2. How many days would Paul need to complete the job alone?
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If Paul and Oscar work together, they can complete a job in 12 days. If Paul and Oscar worked together for 8 days, followed by Oscar who worked alone for the next 20 days, they can finish off the job.
  1. How many days would Oscar need to complete the job alone? 
  2. How many days would Paul need to complete the job alone?