Question

If now Lina is three times as old as Nick, and in 6 years she will be twice as old as he, how old are they now?\

Answer 1

Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:

Nick's age = x years

Lina's age =3*x = 3x

After 6 years,

Lina's age = 3x + 6

Nick's age = x + 6

3x + 6 = 2*(x+6)

3x + 6 = 2*x + 2*6

3x + 6 = 2x + 12      {Subtract 6 form both sides}

3x +6 - 6 = 2x + 12 - 6

3x  = 2x + 6    {subtract 2x from both sides}

3x - 2x = 2x + 6 - 2x

x = 6

Nick's age = 6 years

Lina's age =3*6 = 18 years