pumps a , b , and c operate at their respective constant rates . pumps a and b , operating simultaneously , can fill a certain tank in 1 / 2 hours ; pumps a and c , operating simultaneously , can fill the tank in 1 / 2 hours ; and pumps b and c , operating simultaneously , can fill the tank in 2 hours . how many hours does it take pumps a , b , and c , operating simultaneously , to fill the tank .