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Question 912777: In solving the problem below, use a variable/s to represent the unknown quantity or quantities. Formulate the equation that will solve the problem. Solve the equation and check if your solution is valid. Thank you!
Alex is five more than twice as old as his father. Six years ago, he was one-third as old. How old are they now? Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Alex cannot be 5 years more than twice as
old as his father
That means he was born before his father
( was he a foster child or adopted? )
