Multiple choice

Age of Nalini is thrice the age of Rashmi and two third of the Prerna’s age. What is the ratio of ages of Prerna, Nalini and Rashmi?

  1. 7:6:2

  2. 4:3:1

  3. 9:5:2

  4. 9:6:5

  5. 9:6:2
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Let Rashmi's age = x. Nalini = 3x. Prerna = (3/2)Nalini = (3/2)(3x) = 4.5x = 9x/2. So Prerna:Nalini:Rashmi = (9x/2):3x:x = 9:6:2. Option E is correct. This tests ratio concepts and algebraic translation of word problems.

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