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  • 07-07-2020
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In 6 years, John will be 3 times the age he was 2 years ago. What is his current age?
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mavivian
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  • 07-07-2020

Answer:

John is currently 6 years old.

Step-by-step explanation:

2 years ago: x years

Current time: x+2

In 6 years: x+8

EQUATION:

3(x)=x+8= 3x=x+8

(subract x from both sides)

2x=8

x=4

Therefore, John is 6 years old in current time

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