The ratio of the present ages of Aman and Ankit is` 2:1 `and the sum of their present ages is 72 years. What will be the Aman's age (in years) after 6 years?

Options

A. 30
B. 48
C. 52
D. 54

Answer

4

Explanation

`2x + x = 72 `
` rArr 3 x = 72 `
` :. X = 72/3 = 24`
Present age of Aman
` = 2 x = 2 xx 24 = 48 ` years After 6 years age of Aman ` = 48 + 6 = 54 ` years