Question

The present ages of Jhon and Nick are in the ratio 15:8. After 10 years, their ages will be in the ratio 5:3. Find their present ages.

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

15x+10/8x+10=5/3

By cross multiply

3(15x+10)=5(8x+10)

45x+30=40x+50

5x=20

X=4

15x=60

8x=32