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Question 875208: rose is thrice as old as her daughter .In 5 years to come the sum of their ages will be 70 years. How old is the mother now
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi

In five years... 

(3x+5) + (x+5) = 70

    4x = 60

     x = 15, daughter's age now.  Mother is 45

CHECKING our answer***In 5 years...

 50 + 20 = 70

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