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The age of a father is 3 times the age of his son. 5 years ago, the father was 4

times the son's age. Represent the above statement by 2 linear equations in 2
variables.


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Answer:

Explanation:

x = father's age

y = son's age

Nowadays:

3x = y

5 years ago:

4(x - 5) = y - 5

4x - 20 = y - 5

4x = y + 15

I hope I've helped you.

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