- A8
- B14
- C10
- D6
Step-by-Step Solution
Let the son be s. Then s + 28 + 6 = 3(s + 6) → s + 34 = 3s + 18 → 2s = 16 → s = 8 years.
Answer: A) 8
A mother is 28 years older than her son. 6 years from now she will be exactly 3 times his age. What is the son's present age? (years)
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