Question

Paul is 14 years old.
His sister is exactly 6 years younger, so this year she is 8 years old.
This year, the ratio of Paul's age to his sister's age is 14:8
14:8 written as simply as possible is 7:4
a) When Paul is 21, what will be the ratio of Paul's age to his sister's age?
Write the ratio as simply as possible.
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Answer 1

Answer:

7:5

Step-by-step explanation:

Hi,

Hi,here's your answer :-

The age gap would remain 6 years forever.

So, when Paul is 21, His sister is 15

So, the ratio of thier ages will be 21:15, which can be further simplified to 7:5.

Hope it helps.

Answer 2

Answer:

15YRS

Step-by-step explanation:

14-6=8

14:8

14=21       8×21÷14 =15

21: