SOLUTION: In 16 years, Charlie will be 5 times as old as he is today. Could Charlie be 12 years old? Explain.
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Question 1169627: In 16 years, Charlie will be 5 times as old as he is today. Could Charlie be 12 years old? Explain.
Answer by htmentor(1343) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let C = Charlie's current age. In 16 years, he will be C + 16, and this needs
to equal 5C (5 times his current age).
5C = C + 16 -> 4C = 16 -> C = 4 years old. Ans: Yes
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