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The present ages of Tara and Usha are in the ratio 4:7. Nine years from now, the ratio will be 5:8. What is Tara's present age?

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  • A63
  • B36
  • C27
  • D32

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gives , so and Tara is 36 (Usha 63; in 9 years 45 : 72 = 5 : 8).
Answer: B) 36

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