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  1. The age of John 10 years ago was thrice the age of his son. After ten years, John's age will be twice that of his son. What is the ratio of their present ages?

  2. A.
    7:3
    B.
    3:7
    C.
    9:4
    D.
    4:9

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    Answer : Option A

    Explanation :


    Let the age of son 10 years ago = x years
    Then age of John = 3x
    According to question
    After 10 years
    2(x+20) = 3x+20
    2x + 40 = 3x + 20
    X= 20
    The present of son and John are x+10 and 3x+ 10 respectively
    Son's age = 20+10 = 30 years
    John's age = 3 ×20 + 10 = 60+10 = 70 years
    Ratio of their present age is =70:30 =7:3


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