Multiple choice

The ratio of present ages of A and B is 4 : 3 respectively. 7 years hence the A’s age will be 43 years what is the present age of C who is 11 years younger than B ?

  1. 16 years

  2. 20 years

  3. 12 years

  4. 10 years

  5. None of these
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A Correct answer
Explanation

Present A:B = 4:3. In 7 years, A = 43 years, so present A = 43-7 = 36 years. Since A:B = 4:3, present B = (3/4)×36 = 27 years. C is 11 years younger than B, so C = 27-11 = 16 years. Option A is correct.

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