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A is two years older than B who is twice as old as C. If the total of the ages of A, B and C be 27, the how old is B?

A. 7

B. 8

C. 9

D. 10

E. 11

Answer: Option D

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Let C's age be x years. Then, B's age = 2x years. A's age = (2x + 2) years.

∴ (2x + 2) + 2x + x = 27
⇒ 5x = 25
⇒ x = 5.
Hence, B's age = 2x = 10 years.

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Shreyash Suryawanshi :

4 years ago

Thanks for beautiful solution
Asma Usama :

4 years ago

Thanks
Asma Usama :

4 years ago

Thnaks for this solution 👍

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