Vikram is twice as old as his brother Ajay. 5 years ago, Vikram was 3 times as old as Ajay. How old is Vikram now?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. 20
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Let the current age of Ajay = x Then the current age of Vikram = 2x |
5 years ago, Vikram was 3 times as old as Ajay: 2x – 5 = 3 × (x – 5) 2x – 5 = 3x – 15 x = 10 Hence, age of Vikram now = 2x = 20 years |