SOLUTION: Edward is 5 times as old as Timothy TODAY. In 5 years Edward will be 4 times as old as Timothy. How old is Edward?

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Question 705743: Edward is 5 times as old as Timothy TODAY. In 5 years Edward will be 4 times as old as Timothy. How old is Edward?
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Edward is 5 times as old as Timothy TODAY. In 5 years Edward will be 4 times as old as Timothy. How old is Edward?
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Equations:
E = 5T
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E+5 = 4(T+5)
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Substitute for "E" and solve for "T":
5T + 5 = 4T + 20
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T = 15 (Tim's age now)
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Solve for "E":
E = 5T
E = 5*15 = 75 yrs (Edward's age now)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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