Question
The combined current ages of 'Pawan' and 'Bheem' add up
to 36 years. 'Bheem's current age is half of what 'Ram's age will be 6 years from now. If 'Ram's age 8 years ago was 10 years, determine 'Pawan's current age.Solution
ATQ,
Age of ‘Ram’ 6 years hence = 10 + 8 + 6 = 24 years Present age of ‘Bheem’ = 24/2 = 12 years Present age of ‘Pawan’ = 36 – 12 = 24 years
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