Question

    The present ages of Vikas and Sneha are in the ratio 7:4, respectively. After 6 years from now, the sum of their ages will be 78 years. Find the present age of Sneha.

    A 24 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 12 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 18 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 20 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let the present ages of Vikas and Sneha be ‘7x’ years and ‘4x’ years, respectively ATQ, (7x+6)+(4x+6) = 78 Or, 11x+12 = 78 Or, 11x = 66 Or, x = 6 Present age of Sneha = 4x = 4 × 6 = 24 years.

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