Question

    Sum of the present ages of A, B, C and D is 70 years. After 5 years ratio of their ages is 5:4:4:2. What is C’s present age?

    A 20 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 15 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 19 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 10 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E 21 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    At present sum of age = 70 years After 5 years sum of age will be, => 5x + 4x + 4x + 2x = 70 + 5 × 4 => 15x = 70 + 20 => x = 6 C’s present age = 4x – 5 = 19 years

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