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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
sentences.

The equation representing William's claim is (blank)
William's present age is
(Blank)



15 years

18 years

x-15= 3(x+5)

x+15= 3(x-5)

Answer 1

x+15=3(x-5) is the equation of his claim
His age is 15
WORKING FOR AGE:
X=3x-30
-2x=-30
2x=30
X=15