Sum of the present ages of J, P and S is 64 years. 8 years ago from the present the ratio of ages of J, P and S was 1 : 3 : 4.
What is the present age of P?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
8 years ago ages = x, 3x, 4x
Present ages = (x+8), (3x+8), (4x+8)
Sum: x+3x+4x + 24 = 64 ⇒ 8x + 24 = 64 ⇒ x = 5
Age of P = 3x + 8 = 15 + 8 = 23 years
Correct Answer: 23 years