SOLUTION: Lisa is one third as old as her father. In 10 years their ages will total 78. How old is each now?

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Question 393820: Lisa is one third as old as her father. In 10 years their ages will total 78. How old is each now?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi, staying in the NOW best presents the work leading to correct answers

Let x and 3x represent lisa's and her father age NOW

Question states*** in 10 years sum of ages will be 88 (adjusted for typo)

 x + 3x  = 68   |68 the sum of their ages NOW

     4x = 68

      x = 17, Lisa's age NOW, her father is 51  (3*17)



CHECKING our Answer***

 27 + 61 = 88