Michael is 7 years old. His father is 24 years older than him. In how many years will Michael's father be 3 times as old as Michael?
| |
His father |
Michael |
Difference |
| Before |
31 |
7 |
24 |
| Change |
+ ? |
+ ? |
|
| After |
3 u |
1 u |
2 u |
The difference in the age between Michael and his father at first and in the end remains the same.
Difference in the age between Michael and his father
= 3 u - 1 u
= 2 u
2 u = 24
1 u = 24 ÷ 2 = 12
The increase in age of Michael and his father remains the same.
Number of years' time so Michael's father will be 3 times as old as Michael
= 12 - 7
= 5
Answer(s): 5
