SOLUTION: Six years ago, Tom was less than half as old as he is now. Write an in equality to find his present age. Thank You!!

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Question 694391: Six years ago, Tom was less than half as old as he is now. Write an in equality to find his present age. Thank You!!
Answer by josmiceli(19441)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let = Tom's age now
= Tom's age 6 years ago
given:




Tom could be 11 or 10 or any age younger

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