A man is 24 years older than his son. In two years, his age will be twice that of his son. What is the son's present age?
- A. 20 years
- B. 22 years
- C. 24 years
- D. 26 years
Explanation
Let the son be x, so the father is x plus 24, and in two years x plus 26 equals twice x plus 2, that is 2x plus 4. Solving gives x equal to 22. Checking, the son will be 24 and the father 48, which is exactly double.
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