6 years ago , p was half of q in age . if the ratio of their present ages is 3 : 4 , what will be the total of their present ages
Pick one.
A) 21 B) 34 C) 45 D) 25 E) 26

Rationale: explanation : let the present age of p and q be 3 x and 4 x respectively . six years ago , p was half of q in age = > 2 ( 3 x – 6 ) = ( 4 x – 6 ) = > 6 x – 12 = 4 x – 6 = > 2 x = 6 = > x = 3 7 x = 7 * 3 = 21 answer : option a
Answer: A