Robin Z.
asked • 08/28/18
Jim’s age is 4 more than 3 times his daughter’s age. Five years ago Jim’s age was 4 more than 5 times his daughter’s age. Determine their ages now.
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Lauren H.
answered • 08/28/18
Experienced High School Chemistry Teacher
J = 3D + 4
J - 5 = 5(D - 5) + 4, so, J = 5D - 16
Set equal to each other:
3D + 4 = 5D - 16
20 = 2D
D = 10, J = 34
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