Felicia's mother is four times as old as Felicia. In 16 years, her mother will be twice her age. How old is Felicia now?

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Chanel Carney

Mathematics

8 June, 00:45

Felicia's mother is four times as old as Felicia. In 16 years, her mother will be twice her age. How old is Felicia now?

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Brennen Cruz · Answer 1

Felicia is currently 8 years old.

Step-by-step explanation:

F=x FM=4x

4x+16=2x+0

4x=2x-16

4x/2x=2x/2x-16

2x=-16

x = (+-) 8

Now double check

8yrs+16yrs=24

32yrs+16yrs=48

24 x 2 = 48

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Trigger · Answer 2

16

Step-by-step explanation:

Now:16 x 2 = 32

16 years:32 x 2 = 64

64 / 2 = 32