The father is 7 times older than his son. After 5 years the sum of their ages would be 50 years. The son's age at present is
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
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Correct answer: A. 5 years
1. Read the data: The father is 7 times older than his son. After 5 years the sum of their ages would be 50 years. The son's age at presen.
2. Apply the standard arithmetic / algebraic identity for this form.
3. Working through gives the answer **A. 5 years**.
_Source: APICET 2024 Q.180_