At present, the ratio between the ages of Arun and Deepak is 4:3.

At present, the ratio between the ages of Arun and Deepak is 4:3. After 6 years, Arun's age will be 26 years. What is the age of Deepak at present?

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Steps/Work

Let the present ages of Arun and Deepak be 4x and 3x years respectively.
Then, 4x + 6 = 26 => x = 5
Deepak's age = 3x = 15 years.
Answer: B