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    Question

    A is younger than B by 5 years. If the ratio of A and B ages is 7:8 respectively, then find the age of A.

    A 32 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 30 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 35 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 36 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    If B’s age be x years, then A’s age be (x - 5) years. According to question, => (x – 5)/x = 7/8 => 8x – 40 = 7x => x = 40 Therefore A's age = 40 – 5 = 35 years

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