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Present ages of P and Q are in ratio 5:6. Eight years hence, the ratio will be 7:8. Find P’s present age.

A. 15 years
B. 20 years ✅
C. 25 years
D. 30 years

Explanation

  • Let ages be 5k and 6k
  • (5k+8)/(6k+8) = 7/8
  • 40k + 64 = 42k + 56
  • k = 4
  • P's age = 5 x 4 = 20 years