SSC Sample Paper SSC CHSL (10+2) Sample Test Paper-5

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    The age of a father is twice that of his son's at present age. After 5 years the sum of their ages will be 85. How old are they now?

    A)  40, 20                         

    B)  46, 23

    C)  60, 30             

    D)         50, 25  

    Correct Answer: D

    Solution :

     Suppose the present age of son \[=x\]years Age of father\[=2x\]years According to question             \[x+5+2x+5=85\] \[\Rightarrow \] \[3x+10=85\] \[\Rightarrow \] \[3x=85-10=75\] \[\Rightarrow \] \[x=\frac{75}{3}=25\]years             \[2x=50\]years


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