Question

    The present age of Harish is 8 times the sum of the ages

    of his two sons. After 8 years, his age will be twice the sum of the ages of his sons. What is Harish’s present age? 
    A 31 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 32 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 33 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 34 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    1. Let the sum of the ages of Harish’s sons be x. 2. Harish’s age is 8x. 3. After 8 years, 8x + 8 = 2(x + 16). 4. Solving gives x = 4, so Harish’s age is 32.

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