At present, the ratio between ages of Ram and Shyam is 6:5 respectively. After…
2025
At present, the ratio between ages of Ram and Shyam is 6:5 respectively. After 7 years, Shyam’s age will be 32 years. What is the present age of Ram?
- A.
32
- B.
40
- C.
30
- D.
36
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Correct answer: C
Answer: 30
Explanation:
Let the present ages of Ram and Shyam be 6x and 5x years respectively.
After 7 years, Shyam's age will be 5x + 7, and this equals 32: 5x + 7 = 32.
Solve the equation: 5x + 7 = 32 → 5x = 25 → x = 5.
Present age of Ram = 6x = 6 × 5 = 30 years.
Check: Shyam's present age = 25; after 7 years = 32, which matches the given condition.