Henry is four times older than James. Next year, Henry will be three times older than James will be.

How old are Henry and James now?

a. James is 3 years old; Henry is 4 years old.

b. Henry is 4 years old; James is 3 years old.

c. James is 2 years old; Henry is 8 years old.

d. James is 8 years old; Henry is 8 years old.

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Greene

26 September, 20:21

Henry is four times older than James. Next year, Henry will be three times older than James will be.

How old are Henry and James now?

a. James is 3 years old; Henry is 4 years old.

b. Henry is 4 years old; James is 3 years old.

c. James is 2 years old; Henry is 8 years old.

d. James is 8 years old; Henry is 8 years old.

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Roderick Thornton · Answer 1

The answer would be C. James is 2, Henry is 8.

This year, Henry is 4 times older than James. (2*4=8)

Next year, Henry will be 3 times older than James. (3*3=9)