SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 58

SSC CGL - 18 July 2023 - Shift 4 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q58

Meenu is 38 years old. Her daughter is 8 years old. In how many years will Meenu be double her daughter's age?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 22.

Let, after x years will Meenu be double her daughter's age

As per the question,

⇒ 38 + x = 2 × (8 + x)

⇒ 38 + x = 16 + 2x

⇒ x = 22 years