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The ratio between the present ages of Tarun and Varun is 3: 7, respectively. After 4 yr, Varun's age will be 39 yr. What was Tarun's age 4 yr ago?

A) 12 yr
B) 13 yr
C) 19 yr
D) None of the above

Correct Answer:




D) None of the above

Description for Correct answer:
Let Tarun and Varun's ages are 3x yr and 7x yr, respectively.

7x + 4 = 39

x=5

Hence, Tarun's age 4 yr ago = 3 x 5 - 4 = 11 yr

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