The Sum of the Present Ages of Eric and His

question 222

Multiple Choice

The sum of the present ages of Eric and his father is 59 years. In 11 years, his father will be twice as old as Eric will be at that time. Find their present ages.

• A) Eric is 14 and his father is 45 years old
• B) Eric is 16 and his father is 43 years old
• C) Eric is 15 and his father is 44 years old
• D) Eric is 16 and his father is 45 years old
• E) Eric is 13 and his father is 46 years old

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