Concept: The question tests on the area of Rates (Time and Work)
Solution:
In 30 hours, the total bolts produced by A and B = 900 + 1500 = 2400
Using the unitary method
2400 bolts -- 30 hours
1600 bolts ---x hours
Therefore 2400/1600 = 30/x
x=30∗1600/2400
=20 hours
Option E