Multiple choice

The ratio of the ages of two persons is 3:4. If the age of one of them is greater than the other by 8 years, then what is the sum of their ages?

  1. 54 years

  2. 58 years

  3. 60 years

  4. 56 years

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

With age ratio 3:4, let the ages be 3x and 4x. The difference is 4x - 3x = 8 years, so x = 8. Sum of ages = 3x + 4x = 7x = 7 × 8 = 56 years. Option D is correct.