Does anyone know how to solve this?
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Answer: C (21)
Step-by-step explanation:
I am translating into algebra.
Set Scott's age five years ago to: x
Set Paul's age five years ago to: 2x-4
Scott's age now is his age five years ago, plus five, which is: x+5
Paul's age now is his age five years ago, plus five, which is: 2x-4+5 or 2x+1
Since Paul is now six years older than Scott, set Scott's age (x+5) equal to Paul's age, plus six, which is: 2x+1=x+5+6
Solve the equation to get: x=10
Substitute x for 10 in Paul's current age: 2*10+1=21.
Therefore, C is the correct answer.
