The present ratio between the ages of Paul and Ben is 5:2. In 4 years time Paul will be 28. What is the present age of Ben?
Choose the correct choice from the following answers.
A) 13  B) 12  C) 11  D) 15  E) 10
Let the present ages of Paul and 12en be 5x years and 2x years respectively   4x+4 = 28   4x = 24   x = 6   12en's age = 2x = 12 years   Answer is 12
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The present ratio between the ages of Paul and Ben is 5:2. In 4 years time Paul will be 28. What is the present age of Ben?