The ratio of Zimba's current weight to his weight 3 years ago is 5 to 4. In pounds, what did Zimba weigh 3 years ago if he has gained 3.5 pounds since then? The ratio of Zimba's current weight to his weight 3 years ago is 5 to 4. In pounds, what did Zimba weigh 3 years ago if he has gained 3.5 pounds since then? @Mathematics

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anonymous · Answer

Weight now = 5
Weight before = 4
5 : 4.
Since the current weight is 3.5  greater than the weight 3 years ago, 5 - 4 = 1 unit. 1 unit should be equal to 3.5 pounds. 
5 x 3.5 = ?

Not sure, but I think this is how it's suppose to go.

anonymous · Answer

It was actually 14

anonymous · Answer

You had to multiply 3.5 by 4 instead of 5.... but you were pretty close.

anonymous · Answer

Oh yeah, sorry.