Question

Five years ago, John’s age was half of the age he will be in 8 years. How old is he now? ​

Answer 1

Let john's age be x years

8 years after ...... x+8

5 years before........ x-5

ATP,

x-5=(x+8)/2

solving eq. we get ,

x=18 years

Ans. John's age is 18 years.

Hope it helps u.