SOLUTION: Marc is 46 years old. He is 4 years older than three times his son’s age. How old is Marc's son?

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Question 1145823: Marc is 46 years old. He is 4 years older than three times his son’s age. How old is Marc's son?
Found 2 solutions by VFBundy, ikleyn:
Answer by VFBundy(438) About Me  (Show Source):
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46 = 4 + 3n

42 = 3n

n = 14

Answer by ikleyn(52776) About Me  (Show Source):
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    Marc' son age = %2846-4%29%2F3 = 42%2F3 = 14 years.