Question

Paula is 10 less than thrice Kaye's age. Two years from now, Paula's age is twice Kaye's present age. How old is Kaye now?

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Answer 1

Answer: Kaye is 4 years old

Explanation:

Paula is 10 less than thrice of Kaye's age. two years from now, Paula's age is twice Kaye's present age. how old is Kaye now? Let Kaye's age now be x years Paula is 10 less than thrice of Kaye's age =3x-10 TWO YEARS LATER Paula,s age = (3x-10)+2 = 3x-8 3x-8 =x 2x=8 x=4 Kaya,s age = 4 years