A father is now three times as old as his son. Twelve years ago he was six times as old as his son. How old are the son and the father?
A
20 and 45
B
100 and 150
C
45 and 65
D
35 and 75
E
20 and 60
Verified Correct Answer: E.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
Son = x, Father = 3x, 12 yrs ago
son = x - 12, father = 3x - 12
3x - 12 = 6(x - 12)
3x - 12 = 6x - 72
3x = 60
x = 20
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #32682)