The present age of Harish is 8 times the sum of the ages of his two sons at present. After 8 years, his age will be 2 times the sum of the ages of his two sons. The present age of Harish (in years) is:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → 32
Harish Sons
Present age = 8x : x
After 8 years = (8x + 8) = 2(x + 8 + 8) ( Extra +8 for second son)
8x + 8 = 2x + 32
6x = 24
x = 4
so the present age of harish = 8x = 32 years.