aryamangj21118
aryamangj21118 aryamangj21118
  • 04-09-2020
  • Mathematics
contestada

Arjun is twice as old as shriya. If 5 years ago his age was 3 times shriya s age ,then what is arjun s present age?

Respuesta :

shanselvan shanselvan
  • 04-09-2020

Answer:

20

Step-by-step explanation:

Let Shriya's current age b x. Arjun's current age will be 2x.

5 years ago, Arjun's age was 2x-5 and Shriya's age was x-5.

Since Arjun's age was 3 times Shriya's age 5 years ago,

2x-5 = 3 (x-5)

x = 10

2x = 20

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

How do I solve this equation?
What happens when dilute acid is dropped onto carbonates?
Write a sentence with correct grammar, spelling, and punctuation that uses the words "pacify" and "charisma" correctly and with clues to their meaning.
At the tip of each bronchiole is _____.
Which element is a noble gas, helium, phosphorus, beryllium, lithium
Enter the equation of the circle described below. Center (3, -2), radius = 5
How did the Enlightenment idea of popular sovereignty influence the American Revolution? a. It inspired colonists to elect their own government with leaders of
PLZ help _____________ is a Buddhist region located in southwest China. Shanghai Beijing Hong Kong Tibet
Determine the amount needed such that when it comes time for retirement, an individual can make monthly withdraws in the amount of $2,154 for 30 years from an a
what were the two groups that battled for power in southern Africa.