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A man is 6 times as old as his son. After 20 years he will be twice as old as his son. How old is the man now?

  • A 36 years
  • B 24 years
  • C 40 years
  • D 30 years Correct
Correct Answer: Option D

Man = 6s

6s + 20 = 2(s + 20) → 4s = 20 → s = 5

Man = 30

Answer: 30 years

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