While discussing a story with his son, Laxman said, “I was one-third of your present age when you were…

Question

While discussing a story with his son, Laxman said, “I was one-third of your present age when you were born”. If the present age of the Laxman is 48 years, find the present age of the Laxman’s son

Accepted Answer

Correct answer: D — Explanation Present age of the Laxman’s son be P, Laxman was born P years ago. The age of the laxman was: (48 – P). Laxman’s age when his son was born should be equal to 1/3 of P. (48 – P) =1/3 P ⇒ P = 36

Answer

A. 25.7 years

Answer

B. 28 years

Answer

C. 29.3 years

Answer

D. 36 years

While discussing a story with his son, Laxman said, “I was one-third of your…