Question

$A$ is older than $B$. Taking present ages of $A$ and $B$ as $x$ years and $y$ years respectively, find in terms of $x$ and $y$. The difference between the ages of A and B.

• A. $(2x-y)years$
• B. $(x-3y)years$
• C. $(x-y)years$
• D. None of these

Answer 1

The correct option is C $(x-y)years$

Given,

$A$ is older than $B$. Taking present ages of $A$ and $B$ as $x$ years and $y$ years respectively.

The difference between the ages of A and B.

$=(x-y)$