The ratio of the present age of Mahesh and Ajay is 3 : 2 respectively. After 8 years Ratio of their age will be 11: 8. What will be the present age of Mahesh’s son if his age is half of the present age of Ajay?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. 12 years
Let age of Mahesh and Ajay be 3x and 2x
A/C to question
(3x + 8)/(2x + 8) = 11/8
(3x + 8) × 8 = 11 × (2x + 8)
24x + 64 = 22x + 88
24x - 22x = 88 - 64
2x = 24
x = 12
Age of Ajay = 12 × 2 = 24 years
Age of Mahesh son = 1/2 of age of Ajay
Age of Mahesh son = 24/2 = 12 years