Question 949705: Today Tim is two years less than twice ken's age. 6 years ago, Tim was 3 times ken's age. How old is Tim ? Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Today Tim is two years less than twice ken's age. 6 years ago, Tim was 3 times ken's age. How old is Tim ?
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Equations:
t = 2k-2
t-6 = 3(k-6)
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Substitute for "t" and solve for "k"::
2k-2-6 = 3k-18
2k-8 = 3k- 18
k = 10 yrs (Ken's age now)
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t = 2k-2 = 18 yrs (Tim's age now)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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