SOLUTION: I am 33 years old John is 15 years old at what age will my age be three times that of Johns age? All I have so far is 33 + x = 3*(15 + x)
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Question 633626: I am 33 years old John is 15 years old at what age will my age be three times that of Johns age? All I have so far is 33 + x = 3*(15 + x)
Answer by solver91311(24713) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
You have the correct equation. Just solve it for
and then calculate
Hint: Be VERY careful about your signs. Consider what it would mean if
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John

My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
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