SOLUTION: Five years ago, John's age was half of the age he will be in eight years. How old is he now?

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Question 1128903: Five years ago, John's age was half of the age he will be in eight years. How old is he now?
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Five years ago, John's age was half of the age he will be in eight years. How old is he now?
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J - 5 = (J+8)/2