Correct option is B
2x + 10 + x + 10 = 35
3x + 20 = 35
3x = 15
x = 5
present age = 2x + 10 = 20 and x + 10 = 15.
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The sum of the ages of two cousins is 35. Ten years ago, the ratio of their ages was 2 : 1. What are their present ages?
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