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William says that 15 years from now, his age will be 3 times his age 5 years ago. If x represents William's present age, complete the following
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15 years
18 years
x - 15 = 3(x + 5)
x+15= 3(x - 5)
The equation representing William's claim is
William's present age is

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Answer:

x+15=3(x-5) his present ae is 15 years

Explanation:

x+15=3(x-5)

x+15=3x-15

15+15=3x-x

30=2x

x=30/2=15 years

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