Arithmetic Aptitude - Problems On Age - Discussion

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Q.

Five years ago, the total of the ages of father and his son was 40 years. The ratio of their present ages is 4 : 1. What is the present age of the father ?                          [Bank P.O 1994]
A. 30 Years B. 25 Years
C. 20 Years D. 40 Years

Answer: Option D
Explaination:

 


Let sons age = x. Then, fathers age = 4x.


(x - 5)+(4x - 5) = 40 ? x = 10

Present age of father = 40 years.


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