Harriet is 3 times as old as Lillian is now. 10 Years from now, Harriet’s age will exceed Lillian’s age at that time by 2 years. How old is each now?

Question

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Answer 1

Lillian age now = x

Harriet age now = 3x

 

10 Years from now Lillian’s age = x+10

 

10 Years from now, Harriet’s age =3x +10

 

given that

 

3x+10 =( x+10) + 2

 

3x+10 =x+12

 

2x = 2

x = 1

 

Lillian age now = x = 1 yr
Harriet age now = 3x =3 yr