SOLUTION: In 8 years, Noel's age will be 3 times as old as it was 2 years ago. What is Noel's age now? Need an expression for this problem please. Thanks.

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Question 1090079: In 8 years, Noel's age will be 3 times as old as it was 2 years ago. What is Noel's age now?
Need an expression for this problem please.
Thanks.
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let +x+ = Noel's age now
+x+%2B+8+=+3%2A%28+x+-+2+%29+
Solve for +x+