makaylamunson003 makaylamunson003
  • 25-09-2021
  • Mathematics
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The square of Mark's age 3 years ago is 6 times the age he will be in 9 years. What is his age now?
15
12
9

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dizzyvangogh dizzyvangogh
  • 25-09-2021

Answer:

15

Step-by-step explanation:

((x-3)^2) / 6 = x + 9

Multiply both sides by 6.

6x + 54 = ((x-3)^2)

Expand.

6x + 54 = x^2 - 6x + 9

Simplify.

x^2 - 12x - 45 = 0

Solve using quadratic formula.

x = 15, -3

Since ages can only be positive, the answer is 15 years old.

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