SOLUTION: Barry’s present age is 4 times his sons age. In 5 years time Barry’s age will be 3 times his sons age. What is his sons present age?
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Question 1109910: Barry’s present age is 4 times his sons age. In 5 years time Barry’s age will be 3 times his sons age. What is his sons present age?
Thank you very much! Answer by rothauserc(4718) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! let x be Barry's son's age
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4x +5 = 3 * (x+5)
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4x +5 = 3x +15
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x = 10
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Barry's son's age is 10
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if Barry's son is 10 years old, then Barry is 4 * 10 = 40
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40 +5 = 3 * (10+5)
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45 = 45
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the answer checks
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