Question

    Sum of the present ages of A, B, C and D is 72 years.

    After 3 years ratio of their ages is 5:4:3:2. What is C’s present age?
    A 11 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 13 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 15 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 12 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    At present sum of age = 72 years After 3 years sum of age will be, => 5x + 4x + 3x + 2x = 72 + 3 × 4 => 14x = 72 + 12 => x = 84/14 => x = 6 C’s present age = 3x – 3 = 15 years

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