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    Question

    A is younger than B by 2 years. If the ratio of A and B

    ages is 8:9 respectively, then find the age of A.
    A 21 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 10 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 15 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 16 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    If B’s age be x years, then A’s age be (x - 2) years. According to question, => (x – 2)/x = 8/9 => 9x – 18 = 8x => x = 18 Therefore A's age = 18 – 2 = 16 years

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