SOLUTION: Tony is 8 years older than James. In ten years time he will be 3 times James' current age. How old is tony now? Please help ASAP because I have an exam on Monday. Thanks
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Question 850019: Tony is 8 years older than James. In ten years time he will be 3 times James' current age. How old is tony now? Please help ASAP because I have an exam on Monday. Thanks
Answer by richwmiller(17219) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
t=j+8
t+10=3j
j+8+10=3j
j+18=3j
18=2j
j=9
t=17
check
17+10=3*9
27=27
ok
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