Question

In 11 years, John's age will be 5 less than 5 times his current age. How old is he?​



If x represents John's current age, which of the following equations could be used to solve this problem?

a x + 11 = 5x - 5
b x + 11 - 5 = 5x
c x + 11 = 5 - 5x

Answer 1

Answer: x=4

Equation: x + 11 = 5x -5

x-x+11=5x-x-5

11 = 4x -5

11+5 = 4x -5+5

16 = 4x

16/4 = 4x/4

x = 4

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Answer 2

The awnser is B, I hope it helps.