Question

    The average age of P, Q, and R is 22 years. Two years ago, the sum of the ages of P and Q was 5 years less than the age of R. Find the present age of R.

    A 28 year Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 34.5 year Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 32.6 year Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 22 year Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    (P+Q+R)/3 =22 P+Q+R =66 2 years ago, =66-6 =60 SO ATQ- R-5+R =60 2R =65 R=32.5 So now the present age of R =32.5+2   =34.5 years

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