SOLUTION: Edward, 15 years old, is three times as old as his brother. How old will Edward be when he is twice as old as his brother?

Question 884624: Edward, 15 years old, is three times as old as his brother. How old will Edward be when he is twice as old as his brother?

Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Edward, 15 years old, is three times as old as his brother. (brother is 5)
15 + x = 2(5 +x)
5 = x
In five years, Edward will be twice as old as his brother

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