SOLUTION: Miguel is 46 years old. He is 6 years older than thrice his son’s age. Find the age of his son.

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Question 451058: Miguel is 46 years old. He is 6 years older than thrice his son’s age. Find the age of his son.
Answer by rwm(914) About Me  (Show Source):
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m=46
m=3s+6
46=3s+6
40=3s
40/3=3
13 1/3 =s