Multiple choice

The sum of age of Ram and Shyam, 6 years ago is 82 years. Shyam’s age 14 years ago is equal to the present age of Ram. Then find age of Ram after 4 years?

  1. 42 yrs

  2. 44 yrs

  3. 46 yrs

  4. 48 yrs

  5. 50 yrs
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Let Ram's present age = R, Shyam's present age = S. 6 years ago: (R-6)+(S-6)=82, so R+S=94. Also: S-14=R (Shyam's age 14 years ago equals Ram's present age). Substituting: (R+14)+R=94, 2R=80, R=40. Ram's age after 4 years = 40+4=44 years. Option B is correct.

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