Multiple choice

If the present age of P is 15 years and after 6 years the age of Q will be 26 years, then what is the ratio of their present age?

  1. 2 : 1

  2. 3 : 4

  3. 2 : 3

  4. 4 : 1
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Explanation

Present age of P = 15 years. Q's age after 6 years = 26, so Q's present age = 26-6 = 20 years. Ratio of present ages = 15:20 = 3:4. The key is to find Q's present age first, then form the ratio.

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