Question:The ages of A and B differ by 16 years. If 6 years ago, the elder one be 3 times as old as the younger one, find their present ages.
Answer Let A's age = x & B's age = (x + 16) 3 (x - 6) = (x + 16 -6) or x = 7 `:.` Mother's present age = (4x + 7) = 35 years.
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The ages of A and B differ by 16 years. If 6 years ago, the elder one be 3 times as old as the younger one, find their present ages.