PSLE One copier took 60 minutes while another took 80 minutes to print the same number of leaflets. The faster copier printed 9 more leaflets per minute than the slower one.
- The slower copier completed the job at 1.50 p.m. At what time was the printing started?
- What was the total number of leaflets printed by the two copiers?
(a)
80 min before 1.50 p.m. = 12.30 p.m.
Time that the printing started for the slower copier = 12.30 p.m.
(b)
Extra leaflets that the faster copier printed in 60 min
= 60 x 9
= 540
Difference in the time needed to print the leaflets
= 80 - 60
= 20 min
Speed of the slower copier
= 540 ÷ 20
= 27
Number of leaflets printed by the slower copier
= 80 x 27
= 2160
Both copiers printed the same number of leaflets.
Number of leaflets printed by the 2 copiers
= 2 x 2160
= 4320
Answer(s): (a) 12.30 p.m.; (b) 4320