Present age of Rahul is 8 years less then Ritu's present age. If three years ago Ritu's age was x, which of the following represents Rahul's present age?

x + 3
x - 5
x - 3 + 8
x + 3 + 8

Correct Answer: x - 5

Explanation:

Let the Rahul's present age is 'A' years. Then Ritu's present age is (A + 8)
Now, according to the question,
(A + 8) - 3 = x
∴ A = (x - 5) years

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