Question
The ages of A, B and C are in the ratio of 5:4:8
respectively. If the sum of their ages is 51 years, then find the age of B.Solution
Let the ages of A, B and C be 5x, 4x and 8x respectively. According to the question, => 5x + 4x + 8x = 51 => 17x = 51 => x = 3 Age of B = 4x = 4 × 3 = 12 years.
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