SOLUTION: Five years ago, Tom was one third as old as his father was then. In 5 years, Tom will be half as old as his father will be then. Find their ages now.
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Question 227679: Five years ago, Tom was one third as old as his father was then. In 5 years, Tom will be half as old as his father will be then. Find their ages now. Answer by scott8148(6628) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! "Five years ago, Tom was one third as old as his father was then" ___ 3(t - 5) = f - 5 ___ 3t - 15 = f - 5 ___ 3t - 10 = f
"In 5 years, Tom will be half as old as his father will be then" ___ 2(t + 5) = f + 5 ___ 2t + 10 = f + 5 ___ 2t + 5 = f
