SOLUTION: George is 5 times older than his son. In 15 years he will only be 2 times older than his son. How old will the son be in 15 years?
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Question 783497: George is 5 times older than his son. In 15 years he will only be 2 times older than his son. How old will the son be in 15 years?
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George is 5 times older than his son. In 15 years he will only be 2 times older than his son. How old will the son be in 15 years?
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let x=son' s age
5x=George's age
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after 15 yrs
x+15=son's age
5x+15=George's age
5x+15=2(x+15)
5x+15=2x+30
3x=15
x=5
x+15=20
How old will son be in 15 years? 20
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