Question

One year ago, the ratio of Sooraj's and Vimal's age was 6:7 respectively. Four years hence, this ratio would become 7:8. How old is Vimal?

• A. 32
• B. 34
• C. 36
• D. 38

Answer 1

The correct option is C 36

Let the age of Sooraj and Vimal, 1 year ago, be 6x and 7x respectively.
Given that, four years hence, this ratio would become 7:8k
⇒(6x+5):(7x+5)=7:8
⇒8(6x+5)=7(7x+5) ⇒48x+40=49x+35
⇒x=5
Vimal's present age = 7x+1= 7×5+1=36