Question

    The ratio of ages of A and B is 4:3. If A is 5 years older than B, find the age of B.

    A 10 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 15 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 20 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 25 years Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Let A’s age be 4x and B’s age be 3x. 4x - 3x = 5; x = 5. Therefore, B’s age = 3x = 3 × 5 = 15 years. Answer: b) 15 years

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