Fifteen years from now Ravi’s age will be four times his present age. What is Ravi’s present age?
A
9 years
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B
5 years
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C
7 years
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D
3 years
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Solution
The correct option is B 5 years Let, the present age be =x Ravi's age after 15 years=(x+15) Now, according to question 4x=x+15 3x=15 x=153=5 So, his present age will be 5 years.