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The age ratio of two friends is 4:5. The difference in their ages is 6 years. What is the age of the younger friend?
The age ratio of two friends is 4:5. The difference in their ages is 6 years. What is the age of the younger friend?
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Updated On: May 28, 2025
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The Correct Option is C
Solution and Explanation
Let their ages be 4x and 5x.
Age difference: 5x - 4x = 6 → x = 6.
Younger friend = 4x = 4 × 6 = 24 years.
Thus, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\text{24 years}} \]
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