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  • 06-11-2018
  • Mathematics
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five years ago, Allen was two years older than 5/6 of his age today. what is his age today?

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quyenthao111
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  • 06-11-2018

6(a-5) = 5a + 12

6a - 30 = 5a + 12

6a - 5a = 12 + 30

a = 42 yrs, his age today

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