The ratio of the present ages of Smithers and Homer is 3 : 5. After 7 years, Homer's age will be 42 years. What will be Smithers' age after 8 years?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
ATQ,
Let Smithers' age is 3x and Homer's age is 5x
Given, 5x + 7 = 42
x = 7
So, Smithers' age after 8 years = 3 × 7 + 8 = 29 years