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There are two children named p and q. If it is known that the ages of p and q are in a ratio of 4:20, and the sum of their ages is 10 years and 6 months. Find the age of q.
There are two children named p and q. If it is known that the ages of p and q are in a ratio of 4:20, and the sum of their ages is 10 years and 6 months. Find the age of q.
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Always simplify your ratios first. Working with 1:5 is much faster than 4:20!
Updated On: Apr 1, 2026
- 5 years
- 8 years
- 4 years
- 7 years
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The Correct Option is B
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