Question 1051817
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In 4 years, Ali will be 3 times as old as he is today. How old is Ali?
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A + 4 = 3A.

4 = 2A,

A = 2.

<U>Check</U>.  a)  A + 4 = 6;  b) 3A = 3*2 = 6.  c) 6 = 6.   Checked !

<U>Answer</U>.  Ali is 2 years old now.
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