Question

In 5 years time, Reshma will be three times as old as she was 9 years ago. How old is she now?

Answer 1

Answer:

Reshma is 16 years now.

Step-by-step explanation:

Let the present age of Reshma be X years.

Her age after 5 years = X+5

Her age 9 years ago = x-9

A.T.Q

X+5 = 3(x-9)

X+5= 3x- 27

X-3x = -27-5

-2x= -32

2x= 32

X= 32/2= 16

Reshma is 16 years now.

Hope this will help you

Answer 2

Answer:

16

Step-by-step explanation

Let Reshmas age be x

In 5 years

x + 5

9 years ago

x - 9

x + 5 = 3(x-9)

x + 5 = 3x - 27

5 + 27 = 3x - x

32 = 2x

16 = x