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SSC Sample Paper SSC CGL - Sample Paper-26

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    The ratio of present ages of two brothers is 1 : 2 and 5 w back the ratio was 1: 3. What will be the ratio of their ages after 5 yr?

    A) 1 : 4                             

    B) 2 : 3

    C) 3 : 5                 

    D) 5 : 6

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    Let the ages of two brothers are x and 2x yr respectively. According to question,             \[\frac{x-5}{2x-5}=\frac{1}{3}\] \[\Rightarrow \]   \[3x-15=2x-5\] \[\Rightarrow \]   \[x=10\] \[\therefore \]      Required ratio \[=(10+5):(20+5)\] \[=15:25=3:5\] 


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