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Question
If Megha’s age is increased by three times her age, the result is 60 years. Find her age
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Solution
Let Megha’s age = x years
Three times Megha’s age = 3x years
According to the statement:
x + 3x = 60
=> 4x = 60
=> x = 15
Megha’s age = 15 years
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