Multiple choice

The sum of the present ages of a father and his son is 60 years. Six years ago, Father’s age was five times the age of the son. After 8 years, the son’s age will be:

  1. 14 years

  2. 16 years

  3. 22 years

  4. 20 years
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Let son's current age = S and father's current age = F. Given: F + S = 60. Six years ago: (F - 6) = 5(S - 6). Substituting F = 60 - S: (54 - S) = 5S - 30, so 6S = 84 and S = 14. After 8 years, son's age = 14 + 8 = 22 years.

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