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Raymond is 7.In 3 years,his age will be 5/3 the age of his sister marissa. How old will marissa he in 3 years?

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Answer:

  • 6 years old

Explanation:

  • Raymond is 7
  • His sister is x

In 3 years Raymond will be 10, and his sister x + 3:

  • 10 = 5/3(x + 3)
  • x + 3 = 6
  • x = 3

Marissa is 3 now and will be 6 in 3 years

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