8. One pipe can fill a swimming pool in 10 hours, while another pipe can empty the pool in 15 hours. How long would it take to fill the pool if both pipes were accidentally left open?

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8. One pipe can fill a swimming pool in 10 hours, while another pipe can empty the pool in 15 hours.
How long would it take to fill the pool if both pipes were accidentally left open?
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