$A$ and $B$ can together complete a task in $18$ hours. After $6$ hours, $A$ leaves. $B$ takes $36$ hours to finish the rest of the task. How many hours would $A$ have taken to do the task if he worked alone?

  • A
    $54$
  • B
    $45$
  • C
    $21$
  • D
    $27$

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