Ana is two-thirds as old as Ben. Ben is 27. How old is Ana?
Correct answer: D. 18 years old
Two-thirds of 27: 27 ÷ 3 = 9, and 9 × 2 = 18. The option 9 is only one-third of Ben's age. "Two-thirds of" means multiply by 2/3. Check: 18 ÷ 27 = 2/3.
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Answer and explanation
The correct answer is D. 18 years old
Two-thirds of 27: 27 ÷ 3 = 9, and 9 × 2 = 18. The option 9 is only one-third of Ben's age. "Two-thirds of" means multiply by 2/3. Check: 18 ÷ 27 = 2/3.
Topic: Age and Number Problems MCQs · Subject: Numerical Ability