SOLUTION: In 14 years, a child will be 7 years older than twice her current age. What is the current age of the child?

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Question 626318: In 14 years, a child will be 7 years older than twice her current age. What is the current age of the child?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let +x+ = the current age
given:
+x+%2B+14+=+2x+%2B+7+
+x+=+14+-+7+
+x+=+7+
The child is 7