Question

    Four years ago, the total age of Riya and Samarth was 56

    years. At present, the ratio of their ages is 3:5. What will be Samarth’s age six years from now?
    A 20 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 34 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 46 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 32 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Sum of present ages of 'Riya' and 'Samarth' = 56 + 4 + 4 = 64 years

    Present age of 'Samarth' = (5/8) × 64 = 40 years

    Therefore, age of 'Samarth' 6 years hence from now = 40 + 6 = 46 years

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