Multiple choice

Anuj's present age is 9 years more than that of what Rahul's age will be after five years. Rahul's present age is seven years more than that of what Renu's age was 4 years ago. Renu's present age is 19 years. What will be Anuj's age after 5 years ?

  1. 36 years

  2. 41 years

  3. 38 years

  4. 32 years

  5. Other than these options
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Work backwards from Renu's age. Renu is 19 now, so 4 years ago she was 15. Rahul is 7 years more than that: 15 + 7 = 22 (Rahul's present age). In 5 years, Rahul will be 27. Anuj's present age is 9 more than that: 27 + 9 = 36. Anuj's age after 5 years = 36 + 5 = 41.

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