Question

    The current ages of Anoop and Bhuvan are in the ratio of

    5:8. In 8 years, Bhuvan's age will be 60% greater than Anoop's age in 5 years. Determine the current average age of Anoop and Bhuvan.
    A 25 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 22 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 18 yrs Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Can't be determined Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    ATQ,

    Let present age of ‘Anoop’ and ‘Bhuvan’ is ‘5x’ years and ‘8x’ years respectively. According to question; 1.60 × (5x + 5) = (8x + 8) Or, 8x + 8 = 8x + 8 Since, we cannot find the value of ‘x’.

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