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Fifteen years ago, Aluara was one fourth her age in 15 years.

Solution

Fifteen years ago, Aluara was one fourth her age in 15 years.

Solution

Aluara^{'} s age is : 25

Solution steps

Translate the problem into an equation:

x - 15 = \frac{1}{4} (x + 15)

Solve for

x, x - 15 = \frac{1}{4} (x + 15) : x = 25

Aluara^{'} s age is : 25

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