SOLUTION: Matt’s father is 45. He is 15 years older than twice Matt’s age. How old is Matt?

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Question 1045499: Matt’s father is 45. He is 15 years older than twice Matt’s age. How old is Matt?
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Matt’s father is 45. He is 15 years older than twice Matt’s age.
How old is Matt?
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Equation::
45 = 2M + 15
2M = 30
M = 15 years (Matt's age)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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