Question

5 years ago carla was four times as old as Liza. Write the algebraic equation of Liza's age.​

Answer 1

Answer:

In 5 years, carla will be three times as old as Liza

2x + 5 = 3 ( x - 5 + 5 )

2x + 5 = 3x

Isolate variable x

x = 5

Liza is now 5 years old

Answer 2

Answer:

4(x-5)=y

Step-by-step explanation:

let the present age of Liza is x

and the age of Carla is y

then five years ago liza age is x-5

according to ques.

4(x-5)= y