Question 1159857

Paula is 10 less than thrice of Kaye's age. two years from now, Paula's age is twice Kaye's present age. how old is Kaye now? 

Let Kaye's age now be x years
Paula is 10 less than thrice of Kaye's age
=3x-10

TWO YEARS LATER

Paula,s age = (3x-10)+2 = 3x-8
3x-8 =x
2x=8
x=4 
Kaya,s age = 4 years