SOLUTION: In 12 years, Ruth's age would be 4 more than twice her current age. How old is Ruth?

SOLUTION: In 12 years, Ruth's age would be 4 more than twice her current age. How old is Ruth?

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Question 908630: In 12 years, Ruth's age would be 4 more than twice her current age. How old is Ruth?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x current age
x+12 = 2x+4
8 = x
checking...12 years from now
20 = 2�8 + 4
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