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Sam is thrice as old as his son. Six years hence, Sam’s age will be 5 more than twice his son’s age. Find Sam’s present age.

A. 27 years
B. 30 years
C. 33 years ✅
D. 36 years

Explanation

  • Let son = s, Sam = 3s
  • (3s + 6) = 2(s + 6) + 5
  • 3s + 6 = 2s + 17
  • s = 11
  • Sam's age = 3 x 11 = 33 years