Quantitative Aptitude Ques 42

Question: X’s age 3 yr ago was three times the present age of Y. At present, Z’s age is twice the age of Y. Also Z is 12 yr younger than X. What is the present age of Z?

Options:

A) 15 yr

B) 24 yr

C) 12 yr

D) 6 yr

E) 18 yr

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Answer:

Correct Answer: E

Solution:

  • Let the present age of Y be t yr. Then, present age of X is $ (3t+3). $ Z’s present age Now, $ (3t+3)-2t=12 $
    $ \Rightarrow $ $ t=9,yr $

$ \therefore $ Present age of $ Z=18,yr $