At present, the ratio of the ages of Maya and Chhaya is

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At present, the ratio of the ages of Maya and Chhaya is 6 : 5 and fifteen years from now, the ratio will get changed to 9 : 8. Maya's present age is ?

1. 21 yr
2. 24 yr
3. 30 yr
4. 40 yr

Correct Option: C

Let the present ages of Maya and Chhaya are 6N and 5N yr. respectively.

According to the question, After 15 yr,
(6N + 15) / (5N + 15) = 9/8
⇒ 48N + 120 = 45N + 135
⇒ N = 5
Hence, present age of Maya = 5 x 6 = 30 yr