One tap can fill a cistern in $2$ hours and another can empty the cistern in $3$ hours. How long will it take to fill the cistern if both the taps are opened (in $\text{hours}$)?

  • A
    $4$
  • B
    $6$
  • C
    $3$
  • D
    $2$

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