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Converting Word Problem to an Equation

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Sonu is 4 years younger than Tanya. Three years ago, Sonu was 10 years old. How old is Tanya now?

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Solution

Sonu's age, 3 years ago = 10 years
Sonu's age now = 10 + 3 = 13 years.
Since Sonu is 4 years younger than Tanya,
Tanya's age now = 13 + 4 = 17 years.

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