SOLUTION: mr. Avila is four times as old as his son. In 16 years he will be only twice as old. what are thier ages bow?

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Question 264938: mr. Avila is four times as old as his son. In 16 years he will be only twice as old. what are thier ages bow?
Answer by checkley77(12844) About Me  (Show Source):
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DAD=4X & SON=X NOW.
IN 16 YEARS:
4X+16=2(X+16)
4X+16=2X+32
4X-2X=32-16
2X-16
X=8 AGE OF SON NOW.
4*8=32 AGE OF DAD NOW
PROOF:
4*8+16=2(8+16)
32+16=2*24
48=48