Question
Naren got married 4 years ago. His current age is 8/7
times his age at the time of his marriage. At the time of his marriage, Naren’s sister was 6 years younger than him. What is the age difference between Naren’s sister and his wife, who is 4 years younger than him?Solution
Naren’s age at the time of his marriage = x x + 4 = 8x/7 => x = 28 years. His present age = 28 + 4 = 32 years Naren’s sister = 32 – 6 = 26 years Naren’s wife = 32 – 4 = 28 years Required difference = 28 – 26 = 2 years
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