Question

The sum of the present ages of a and b is 60 years. 12 years ago, the ratio of th ages of a and b was 5: 4. Find the present age of a?

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Sum of present age =60 years

12 years ago

sum of their age =36

ratio 5:4

So 5x+4x =36

9x =36

X=4

So age of a =20

B 16

Present age =20+12=32years

Of b =16+12=28years