SOLUTION: Mrs. dela Cruz is 28 years old when her daughter is born. In how many years will Mrs. dela Cruz be thrice as old as her daughter? --- Mr. Sandico is five years older than his wif

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Question 1121902: Mrs. dela Cruz is 28 years old when her daughter is born. In how many years will Mrs. dela Cruz be thrice as old as her daughter?
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Mr. Sandico is five years older than his wife. Five years age, he was four-thirds her age. Find their present ages.
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Mrs. dela Cruz is 28 years old when her daughter is born. In how many years will Mrs. dela Cruz be thrice as old as her daughter?
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The difference is 28 years.
D + 28 = 3D
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Mr. Sandico is five years older than his wife. Five years age, he was four-thirds her age. Find their present ages.
5 years ago:
S = 4W/3
S = W+5