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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. 15 years 18 years x − 15 = 3(x + 5) x + 15 = 3(x
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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.

15 years
18 years
x − 15 = 3(x + 5)
x + 15 = 3(x − 5)

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x+15 = 3(x-5)
+15 because 15 from now
-5 because 5 years ago
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Answer:

x + 15= 3(x - 5)

Explanation:

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