Solved: Using Two Pumps A 5-horsepower (hp) pump can empty

Chapter , Problem 1.7.50

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Using Two Pumps A 5-horsepower (hp) pump can empty a pool in 5 hours. A smaller, 2-hp pump empties the same pool in 8 hours. The pumps are used together to begin emptying this pool. After two hours, the 2-hp pump breaks down. How long will it take the larger pump to empty the pool?

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