SOLUTION: In 6 years Allen will be 3 times as old as he is now. How old will Allen be? Please send formula and steps to solve the problem. Thanks

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Question 666072: In 6 years Allen will be 3 times as old as he is now. How old will Allen be?
Please send formula and steps to solve the problem.
Thanks

Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 
Hi,
In 6 years Allen will be 3 times as old as he is now.
Translate into an equation:
x + 6 = 3x
6 = 2x
3 = x, Age NOW
How old will Allen be: 3 + 6 = 9 yrs old
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