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3 years ago, the age of a boy was y years. His age 2 years ago was (y – 2) years.

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3 years ago, the age of a boy was y years. His age 2 years ago was (y – 2) years.

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  • True

  • False

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True or False
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Solution

This statement is False.

Explanation;

Given, 3 years ago, age of boy = y years

Then, present age of boy = (y + 3) years

2 years ago, age of boy = y + 3 – 2 = (y + 1) years

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Chapter 4: Linear Equation In One Variable - Exercise [Page 115]

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Chapter 4 Linear Equation In One Variable
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