Oscar is 3 times as old as his brother. In 7 years' time, Oscar will be 2 years less than twice of his brother's age. How old will Oscar be in 2 years' time?
|
Oscar |
Oscar's brother |
Difference |
Before |
3 u |
1 u |
2 u |
Change |
+ 7 |
+ 7 |
|
After |
2 p - 2 |
1 p |
1 p - 2 |
Difference in their ages at first
= 3 u - 1 u
= 2 u
Difference in their ages in the end
= 2 p - 2 - 1 p
= 1 p - 2
The difference in their ages remains unchanged.
2 u = 1 p - 2
2 u + 2 =
1 p --- (1)
Age of Oscar's brother in 7 years' time
= 1 u + 7
1 u + 7 =
1 p --- (2)
(1) = (2)
2 u + 2 = 1 u + 7
2 u - 1 u = 7 - 2
1 u = 5
Oscar's current age
= 3 u
= 3 x 5
= 15
Oscar's age in 2 years' time
= 15 + 2
= 17
Answer(s): 17