Answer to Question #237448 in Algebra for Mr. Lee

Question #237448

Ana is 24‐year old when her son is born. In how many years

will Ana be thrice as old as her son?

Expert's answer

In 12 years.

Ana will be 36-year old.

"\\frac{36}{3}=12"

or

"24 + x = x \\times 3 \\\\\n\n24 = 3x-x \\\\\n\n24 = 2 x \\\\\n\nx = \\frac{24}{2} = 12"

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