SOLUTION: Six years ago Samuel was three fifths of his current age. How old is Samuel now

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Question 1147157: Six years ago Samuel was three fifths of his current age. How old is Samuel now
Answer by ikleyn(52788) About Me  (Show Source):
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x - 6 = %283%2F5%29x.


It is your basic equation, from the condition.


Multiply by 5 both sides.


5*(x-6) = 3x


5x - 30  = 3x


5x - 3x = 30


2x = 30


x = 30/2 = 15.    ANSWER

Solved.