Kwame’s uncle is seventeen less than three times Kwame’s age. Which of the equations represents Kwame’s uncle’s age (u) as it relates to Kwame’s age (k)?
A. u=17-3k
B. k=3u-17
C. k=17-3u
D. u=3k-17
We are asked to find the Kwame’s uncle’s age in terms of Kwame’s age.
First, we need to find the age of Kwame, which is k. Then, we know that Kwame’s uncle’s age is three times that of Kwame less 17. Then,
Kwame’s uncle’s age, u = 3k-17.
Thus, the relation that relates Kwame’s uncle’s age to that of Kwame is u=3k-17.
Therefore, the Correct Answer is D.