The average age of three students is 20 years, with ages in the ratio 2:5:8. The oldest student's age is ______ years.

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  1. A. 24
  2. B. None of these
  3. C. 16
  4. D. 32

Correct answer

32

Explanation

Explanation Total age = 20 × 3 = 60 years Ratio = 2:5:8 Sum of ratios = 2+5+8 = 15 Oldest student's age = (8/15) × 60 = 32 years

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