The total ages of X and Y is 23 years more than the total ages of Y and Z. How many years is Z young

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18 Mar 2019 Ages

The total ages of X and Y is 23 years more than the total ages of Y and Z. How many years is Z younger than X?

OPtion

1) 12
2) 13
3) 15
4) 14
5) 16
6) 23
7) 21
8) 22
9) 24
10) None of these

Solution

x + y - (y+z) = 23
=> x - z = 23
Z is 23 yrs younger than X.

Correct Option: 6 Best Solution (0)