Algebramedium · Past Paper
A mother is 3 times as old as her son. If the sum of their ages is 48, how old is the son?
A12
B16
C36
D24
✓ Correct Answer: A — 12
Let son's age be x. Mother's age is 3x. x + 3x = 48 -> 4x = 48 -> x = 12.
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