Multiple choice

Five years ago, Vinay’s age was one-third the age of Vikas, and now, Vinay’s age is 17 years. What is the present age of Vikas?

  1. 19 years

  2. 36 years

  3. 41 years

  4. 51 years
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Five years ago: Vinay = Vikas/3. Now Vinay = 17, so five years ago Vinay was 12. Therefore, five years ago Vikas = 12×3 = 36. Present age of Vikas = 36 + 5 = 41 years.

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