SOLUTION: The present age of the father is two times that of his son. 10 years ago the age of the son was x years. Find the present age of the father.

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Question 534434: The present age of the father is two times that of his son. 10 years ago the age of the son was x years. Find the present age of the father.
Answer by oberobic(2304) About Me  (Show Source):
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f = 2s
.
Ten years ago
f-10
2s -10
.
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