Tonette H.
asked • 09/21/18
Mark is 3 less than 4 times as old as Tim. Together their ages total 42. How old is Tim?
Carol H.
answered • 09/21/18
Masters' Degree in Mathematics with 35 Years of Teaching Experience
Let x = Tim's age
Let 4x - 3 = Mark's age
x + 4x - 3 = 42
5x = 45
x = 9 years
4x - 3 = 4(9) - 3 = 33 years
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