Question

lakshmi is 24 years older than her daughter priya. 6 years ago lakshmi age was thrice that of priya. if priya present age is x then,
find the present age of lakshmi in terms of x
find the ages of priya and lakshmi 6 years ago in terms of x
find the present ages of priya and lakshmi
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Answer 1

Answer:

Current ages

Lakshmi = 42, Priya = 18

6 years ago

Lakshmi = 36, Priya = 12

Step-by-step explanation:

Current ages of

Priya = x

Lakshmi =  x+24

6 years ago

(x+24)-6=3(x-6)

x+18=3x-18

2x=36

x=18