Target Exam

CUET

Subject

General Aptitude Test

Chapter

General Ability

Topic

Age Problems

Question:

Mohan's Mother is three times as old as Mohan. After 6 years, his mother will be two times as old as he will be them, find the age of Mohan.

Options:

18 years

6 years

3 years

16 years

Correct Answer:

6 years

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option 2: 6 years

Step 1: Let Mohan’s present age = x

Mother’s present age = 3x

Step 2: After 6 years

Mohan’s age = x + 6
Mother’s age = 3x + 6

According to the condition:

3x + 6 = 2(x + 6)

Step 3: Solve

3x + 6 = 2x + 12

3x − 2x = 12 − 6

x = 6