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Verbal Reasoning · Q16

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Competitive Exams · Verbal Reasoning · question 16

Q16

A man is 24 years, older than his son. In two years, his age will be twice the age of his son. The present age of his son is

A.
14 years
B.
22 years
Answer
C.
20 years
D.
18 years

Answer: Option B

Solution

Answer: Option B
Solution:

Let the present age of his son be X years.

So, present age of his father = X+24 (as he is 24 years older than his son)

After 2 years, father's age become (X+24+2) years and Son's age will be (X+2).
Now, according to question,
X+24+2 = 2*(X +2)
Or, X = 22 years.
Son's present age = 22 years.