The present ages of three persons are in the proportion 4 : 7 : 9. Eight years ago, the sum of their ages was 56. Find their present ages (in years)
Question and options
The present ages of three persons are in the proportion 4 : 7 : 9. Eight years ago, the sum of their ages was 56. Find their present ages (in years)
- 8, 20, 28
- 16, 28, 36
- 20, 35, 45
- 15, 20, 35
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B - 16, 28, 36
Ages ; sum 8 years ago , so . Ages 16, 28, 36.
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