the ages of A and B are in the ratio 8:3. Six years hence, their ages will be in the ratio 9:4 find their present ages.
the ages of A and B are in the ratio 8:3. Six years hence, their ages will be in the ratio 9:4 find their present ages.
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Answer:
Let the common factor be x
age of A:B=8:3
8x+6:3x+6=9:4
8x+6/3x+6=9/4[cross multiplication]
4(8x+6)=9(3x+6)
32x+24=27x+54
32x-27x=54-24
5x=30
X=6
so their present ages are=8*6=48 and 3*6=18 years
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