Q26
The ages of Samina and Suhana are in the ratio of 7 : 3 respectively. After 6 years, the ratio of their ages will be 5 : 3. What is the difference in their ages?
A.
6 years
B.
8 years
AnswerC.
10 years
D.
12 years
E.
None of these
Answer: Option B
Solution
Answer: Option B
Solution:
Let Samina's age be 7x years. Then, Suhana's age = 3x years
Difference in their ages = (7x - 3x) years
= 4x years
= (4 × 2) years
= 8 years