Question 1
Ira is 4/9 of Elliott's age. After 18 years, Ira will be 2/3 of Elliott's age. Find Ira's present age.
Let Elliott = x, then Ira = 4/9x
After 18 years: 4/9x + 18 = 2/3(x + 18)
Solving gives x = 81, so Ira = 36
After 18 years: 4/9x + 18 = 2/3(x + 18)
Solving gives x = 81, so Ira = 36