SOLUTION: The sum of the ages of Paul and Wendy is 107 years. 11 years ago, Paul's age was 4 times Wendy's age. How old is Paul now?

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Question 1195226: The sum of the ages of Paul and Wendy is 107 years. 11 years ago, Paul's age was 4 times Wendy's age. How old is Paul now?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39618) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The translation if p is for Paul,
p-11=4%28%28107-p%29-11%29
and you know what to do.