Question

6 years ago, (alpha) was three times (beta). 8 years from now, (beta) is one-third of (gamma). If present age of (gamma) is (s), find present age of (alpha).

• A. (s-6)
• B. (s+6)
• C. (3s)
• D. (s/3)

Hint:

In age problems, always define a variable for the "present age" first. Be careful to apply the time offset (e.g., +8 or -6) to all persons involved in the comparison.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A