Aarav's mother was 3 times as old as Aarav 5 years ago. After 5 years she will be twice as old as Aarav. How old is Aarav today?
Let the present age of Aarav = $$a$$
Age of Aarav 5 years ago = $$a - 5$$
Aarav's mother was 3 times as old as Aarav 5 years ago.
$$\Rightarrow$$ Aarav's mother age 5 years ago =Â $$3\left(a-5\right)$$ =Â $$3a-15$$
Aarav's mother present age =Â $$3a-15+5$$ =Â $$3a-10$$
Aarav's mother age after 5 years =Â $$3a-10+5$$ =Â $$3a-5$$
According to the problem, after 5 years Aarav's mother is twice as old as Aarav
$$\Rightarrow$$Â $$3a-5=2\left(a+5\right)$$
$$\Rightarrow$$ Â $$3a-5=2a+10$$
$$\Rightarrow$$ Â $$a=15$$
$$\therefore\ $$Aarav's present age = 15 years
Hence, the correct answer is Option B
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