Sachin is younger than Rahul by 8 years. If the ratio of their ages is 7:9, find the age of Sachin
Choose the correct choice from the following answers:  A) 24.58  B) 24.5  C) 26  D) 27  E) 28

Rationale: "if rahul age is x , then sachin age is x - 8 , so ( x - 8 ) / x = 7 / 9 = > 9 x - 72 = 7 x = > 2 x = 72 = > x = 36 so sachin age is 36 - 8 = 28 answer : e"
Answer: E