36 men can complete a piece of work in 18 days. In how many days will 27 men complete the same work?

Question: 36 men can complete a piece of work in 18 days. In how many days will 27 men complete the same work?Solution:Less Men, means more Days {Indirect Proportion}Let the number of days be x then,27 : 36 : : 18 : x⇒ 27x = 36 × 18⇒ x = 24So 24 days will be required to get work done by 27 men.