Rohit's age is 10 years less than half of his mother's age who is 5 years younger than Rohit's father. If Rohit's father is 47 years old, what is Rohit's age (years)?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 11 years
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Suppose age of mother = x Rohit’s age = x/2 – 10 Age of Rohit’ father = x + 5 |
Since Age of Rohit’s father = 47 x + 5 = 47 x = 42 Rohit’s age = x/2 – 10 = 42/2 – 10 = 11 years |