Multiple choice

The ratio between Sumit's and Prakash's age at present is 2:3. Sumit is 6 years younger than Prakash. The ratio of Sumit's age to Prakash's age after 6 years will be:

  1. $2:3$
  2. $1:2$
  3. $4:3$
  4. $3:4$
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Present ages: Sumit = 2x, Prakash = 3x. Given Sumit is 6 years younger: 3x - 2x = 6, so x = 6. Present ages: Sumit = 12, Prakash = 18. After 6 years: Sumit = 18, Prakash = 24. Ratio = 18:24 = 3:4.