A father is eight times as old as his son . In 10 years , he will be three times as old as his son . The age of son is

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Ouah asked Apr 2, 2022

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A father is eight times as old as his son . In 10 years , he will be three times as old as his son . The age of son is

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Answer:

The son is 4years old

Explanation:

Let the son's age=x

the father's age=8x

IN 10YEARS,

Son's age=x+10

father's age=8x+10

Equate them

8x+10=3(x+10)

8x+10=3x+30

5x=20

x=4

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