What is Grandpa's Age? Solving the Generational Puzzle

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The discussion revolves around a mathematical puzzle involving the ages of three generations: a grandfather, his son, and his grandson. The equations derived from the statements are: 7g = 2, 12g = G, and g + s + G = 100. By solving these equations, it is concluded that the grandfather's age (G) is 60 years, the son's age (s) is 35 years, and the grandson's age (g) is 5 years.

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Grandpa:

"My grandson is about as many days as my son in weeks, and my grandson is as many months as I am in years. My grandson, my son and I together are 100 years. Can you tell me my age in years?":rolleyes:
 
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7g=2

12g=G
g+s+G=100
g=5
s=35
G=60

The grandpa is 60... lol
 
Yes U R correct...:)
 

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