Multiple choice

The ratio of the present ages of Aman and Ankit is 2 : 1 and the sum of their present ages is 72 years. What will be Aman's age (in years) after 6 years?

  1. 30

  2. 48

  3. 52

  4. 54
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Explanation

Ratio 2:1, sum 72. 3 parts = 72, so 1 part = 24. Aman's age = 2 * 24 = 48. After 6 years, Aman's age = 48 + 6 = 54.

AI explanation

Let the present ages of Aman and Ankit be 2x and 1x years. Given that the sum of their present ages is 72 years, the equation is 2x plus x equals 72, which simplifies to 3x equals 72. Solving for x gives 24, meaning Aman's present age is 2 times 24, or 48 years. Adding 6 years to Aman's present age gives his future age as 54 years.

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