Question: The ratio of the ages of two friends is 2:3. If the sum of their ages is 50 years, what is the age of the older friend?

Options:

1. 30
2. 25
3. 20
4. 35

Correct Answer: 30

Solution:

Let their ages be 2x and 3x. Then, 2x + 3x = 50, 5x = 50, x = 10. Older friend\'s age = 3x = 3*10 = 30.