SOLUTION: Betty is three times as old as her son now. In 12 years, Betty's age will be three years less than twice her son's age. How old is Betty’s son now?

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Question 1163293: Betty is three times as old as her son now. In 12 years, Betty's age will be three years less than twice her son's age. How old is Betty’s son now?
Answer by ikleyn(52781) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let x be the son's age now.


Then Betty's age is 3x years, according to the condition.


In 12 years


    3x + 12 = 2*(x+12) - 3


Simplify and solve


    3x + 12 = 2x + 24 - 3

    3x - 2x = 24 - 3 - 12

     x      = 9.


ANSWER.  The son is 9 years old now.

Solved.

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