Multiple choice

Ranjit is 26 years older than his son. After four years, his age will be thrice the age of his son. The present age of his son is-

  1. 5 years

  2. 6 years

  3. 7 years

  4. 8 years

  5. 9 years
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E Correct answer
Explanation

Let son's present age be s. Then Ranjit's present age is s + 26. After 4 years: son's age = s + 4, Ranjit's age = s + 30. Given: s + 30 = 3(s + 4), so s + 30 = 3s + 12, giving 2s = 18 and s = 9. The son's present age is 9 years.

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