Question 1200594: Jim is three times as old as his son. In 10 years, Jim will be twice as old as his
son. What are their current ages? Answer by ikleyn(52786) (Show Source):
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Jim is three times as old as his son. In 10 years, Jim will be twice as old as his
son. What are their current ages?
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The son's age = x years.
The Jim's age= 3x years.
In 10 years
2(x+10) = 3x+10
Simplify and find x
2x + 20 = 3x + 10
20 - 10 = 3x - 2x
10 = x.
ANSWER. The son is 10 years old. Jim is 3*10 = 30 years old.
