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In 36 years, Brendan will be five times as old as he is today. How old will Brendan be in seven years?

Solution

I n 36 ye a rs, B re n d an w i ll b e f i v e t im es a s o l d a s h e i s t o d a y . Ho w o l d w i ll B re n d an b e in se v e n ye a rs ?

Solution

Brenda n^{'} s age in 7 years : 16

Solution steps

Translate the problem into an equation:

x + 36 = 5 x

Solve for

x, x + 36 = 5 x : x = 9

Find Brendan's age in 7 years:

16

Brenda n^{'} s age in 7 years : 16

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