Explanation
Solution
Step 1: Define Present Ages
Let the present age of Rohit be x.
The problem states the father is "three times more" than Rohit. This means:
Step 2: Formulate the equation for 8 years later
After 8 years:
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Rohit's age =x+8
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Father's age =4x+8
According to the condition, the father will be two and a half (2.5 or 5/2) times Rohit's age:
Step 3: Solve for x
Multiply both sides by 2:
Step 4: Calculate ages after a further 8 years
"After further 8 years" means a total of 8+8=16 years from the present.
Step 5: Find the ratio
Ratio=Rohit’s ageFather’s age=2448=2
Conclusion:
After a further 8 years, the father will be 2 times Rohit's age.
Correct Option: 1 (2 times)
