Question

the ages of two friends are in the ratio 2:1. after three years, the sum of their ages will be 48. what are their present ages?​

Answer 1

Answer:

34 years and 17 years

Step-by-step explanation:

Ages in the ratio 2:1.

2x+x=51

3x=51

x=17 years.

34 years and 17 years.

Answer 2

Answer:

let the ratio 2x and x...three years after age 2x+3 and other Frnd age after three years...x+3...sum of age both frnds 48 given so we add 2x+3+x+3=48 ab solve karenge...3x+6=48. ,,,3x=48-6=42,,,x=42/3=14..2*14=28years..14 years