Question

In 56 years Kevin will be 9 times as old as he is right now. How old is he right now?

Answer 1

7 years old

Explanation:

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Answer 2

Answer – 7 years old

SOLVINGS

Let Kevin’s present age be ‘x’

In 56 years, Kevin’s age will be x + 56
In 56 years, Kevin’s age will be 9x
Therefore, x + 56 = 9x

Solving for x
x + 56 = 9x
9x – x = 56
8x = 56
x = 56/8
x = 7

Kevin is 7 years old right now.