SOLUTION: Six years from now, Miriam will be 2 years older than three times her present age. How old is she now?
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Question 527023: Six years from now, Miriam will be 2 years older than three times her present age. How old is she now?
Answer by oberobic(2304) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
M = Miriam's age
.
In 6 years
M+6
.
M+6 = 3M+2
.
-2M = -4
.
M = 2
.
Done.
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