The present ages of Renu and Ravi are in the ratio `5: 6.` The sum of their present ages is 44 in years. The difference of their ages (in years) is 4 (b) 5 8 (d) 2

Options

A. 4
B. 5
C. 8
D. 2

Answer

A

Explanation

Let the present ages of Renu and Seenu be 5x and 6x years.
Sum of their ages = 5x + 6x = 11x
Given that 11x = 44 and x = 4 years
`therefore ` Their present ages are 20 and 24 years.
`therefore` The difference between their ages = 24-20 = 4 years
Hence, the correct option is (a).