Problem on Ages - Quantitative Aptitude (MCQ) questions for Q. 21470
Q. Find Nikhil's present age, if
I. Five years ago, Nikhil's age was double that of his daughter's age at that time.
II. Present ages of Nikhil and his daughter are in the ratio of 11:6 respectively
III. Five years hence, the respective ratio of Nikhil's age and his daughter age will become 12:7- Published on 04 May 16a. Only I and II
b. Only II and III
c. Only I and III
d. Any two of the three
ANSWER: Any two of the three
1) Present ages of Nikhil and his daughter will be 11x and 6x years respectively.
2) 5 years ago, Nikhil's age = 2 * His daughter's age
3) 5 years hence, Nikhil's age / daughter's age = 12/7
Clearly, any two of the above will give Nikhil's present age
Therefore, correct answer is (d).