SOLUTION: Gilbert was 15 years old five years ago. How old will he be y years from now?

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Question 1050746: Gilbert was 15 years old five years ago. How old will he be y years from now?
Answer by Edwin McCravy(20059) About Me  (Show Source):
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Gilbert was 15 years old five years ago. 
So he's 20 years old now.

How old will he be y years from now?
Add y years to 20 years, get 20+y years.

Edwin