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The question is:
After 25 years, Ray will be 5 times as old as he is now. Find his present age.
So can you tell me how to do it!
 
actionashley said:
The question is:
After 25 years, Ray will be 5 times as old as he is now. Find his present age.
So can you tell me how to do it!

Let r = Ray's age now

In 25 years, Ray's age will be
r + 25

And we know that Ray's age in 25 years will be 5 times his age now. So,

r + 25 = 5r

Solve for r......

I hope this helps you.
 
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