Question

Write the given sentence as an equation. Tim’s age in 7 years will be three times what it was 19 years ago.

Answer 1

Let x= Tim's age now.
Tim’s age in 7 years will be three times what it was 19 years ago. Let's parse this....
Tim's age in 7 year means Tim's age now (x) + 7 years.
How would you write a mathematical expression for "will be three times what it was 19 years ago"?

Answer 2

I'm not sure...

Answer 3

his age will be three times what it was 19 years ago
= 3 (x-19)

Answer 4

Thanks!

Answer 5

you're welcome