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A father is 4 times as old as his son. In 4 years’ time, he will be three times as old as his son. Calculate the the present age of the father

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Answered by sahilsayed116
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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Suppose age of father is x years and son's age is y years. Then,

Age of father = 3x and age of Son = y

4 years later,

4x+4 = 3(x + 4)

4x +4 = 3x +12

4x -3x = 12 - 4

x = 8

Therefore, Age of Father = 3(8)

= 24 years

Son's age = 8 years

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