The difference between the weights of two girls is 10 kgs.

The difference between the weights of two girls is 10 kgs. Five years ago, the heavier one was twice as heavy as the lighter one. The present age of the heavier person is

Quiz

Answer/Solution

15kg

Steps/Work

Let their weights of x kgs and (x + 10) kgs respectively.
Then, (x + 10) - 5 = 2(x - 5)
⇔ x +5= 2x - 10
⇔ 3x = 15
∴ Present weight of the heavier person = (5 + 10)
= 15kgs.
Answer :15kgs