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Question 705780: a man is 30 years older than his youngest son. In 17 years he will be twice his sons age. how old is the son?
Answer by lynnlo(4176) About Me  (Show Source):
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MAN IS====43
SON IS====13
IN 17 YEARS THE MAN WILL BE 60=======43+17=60
IN 17 YEARS THE SON WILL BE 30/HALF THE MAN AGE