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Five years ago Kate was 5 times as old as her son. In 5 years her age will be 8 less than three times her son’s age at that time. What is the sum of their ages?

Five years ago Kate was 5 times as old as her son. In 5 years her age will be 8 less than three times her son’s age at that time. What is the sum of their ages?
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Five years ago Kate was 5 times as old as her son. In 5 years her age will be 8 less than three times her son’s age at that time. What is the sum of their ages?

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Answer: -19

Explanation:

5xS

5-8x3= -19

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