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State whether the statements are true (T) or false (F).

3 years ago, the age of a boy was y years. His 2 years ago was (y-2) years.

True.

As given three years ago, the age of boy = y


∴ the present age of the boy = (y + 3) years.


⇒ The age of boy 2 years ago = (y-2) years.


Hence, it is true.


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