Question

Five years ago A was thrice as old as B and ten years later A shall be twice as old as B. What are the present ages of A and B? ​

Answer 1

Answer:

Let the present age of B and A be x years and y years respectively. And A's age 5 years ago = (y-5) years. B's age 10 years hence = (x+10)years.

Answer 2

Answer:

Let the present age of B and A be x years and y years respectively. And A's age 5 years ago = (y-5) years. B's age 10 years hence = (x+10)years.

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