Question

Kohli is 3 years younger than Rohit. If the ratio of ages of Kohli and Rohit is 7 ∶ 8, then what is the age of Kohli?

• A. 21 years
• B. 27 years
• C. 18 years
• D. 24 years

Answer 1

Answer:

A. 21 years

Solution: Given: Kohli is 3 years younger than Rohit. The ratio of their ages is 7 : 8. Calculations: Let Kohli s age be x then Rohit's age is x + 3. According to question, x/(x + 3) = 7/8 ⇒ 8x = 7(x + 3) ⇒ 8x - 7x = 21 ⇒ x = 21 Hence, The Required age is 21 years.