Six years

In six years, Jan will be twice as old as he was six years ago. How old is he?

Correct answer:

n =  18

Step-by-step explanation:


n+6 = 2(n-6)

n+6 = 2·(n-6)

n = 18


n = 18/1 = 18

n = 18

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