When Mr Caden is 46 years old, his nephew is 2 years old. In how many years will he be 5 times as old as his nephew?
| |
Mr Caden |
His nephew |
Difference |
| Before |
46 |
2 |
44 |
| Change |
+ ? |
+ ? |
|
| After |
5 u |
1 u |
4 u |
The difference in the age between Mr Caden and his nephew at first and in the end remains the same.
Difference in the age between Mr Caden and his nephew
= 5 u - 1 u
= 4 u
4 u = 46 - 2
4 u = 44
1 u = 44 ÷ 4 = 11
Number of years' time so Mr Caden will be 5 times as old as his nephew
= 11 - 2
= 9
Answer(s): 9
