Five years ago, John’s age was half of the age he will be in 2 years. How old is he now?  Choose one.
A) 14years
B) 12years
C) 16years
D) 17years
E) 18years
Let John=j,j-5=(j+2)/2,then j=12years   ANSWER:12years
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Five years ago, John’s age was half of the age he will be in 2 years. How old is he now?