Question 1193529: Ann is 11 years ago. Her Aunt, Kate turned 47 today. After how many years will Kate be as old as Ann
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Ann is 11 years ago. Her Aunt, Kate turned 47 today. After how many years will Kate be as old as Ann
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Comment from student : Ann is 11 years old. Her Aunt, Kate turned 47 today.
After how many years will Kate be 3 times as old as Ann.
My SOLUTION
Let it will happen in x years
3*(11+x) = 47 + x
Simplify and find x
33 + 3x = 47 + x
3x - x = 47 - 33
2x = 14
x = 14/2 = 7.
ANSWER. In 7 years.
Solved.
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