SOLUTION: jacob is 8 years older than anthony. the sum of their ages is 38. find their ages.

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: jacob is 8 years older than anthony. the sum of their ages is 38. find their ages.This question is from textbook

Answer by jojo14344(1512) About Me  (Show Source):
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Let x=Anthony's Age
Then, x%2B8=Jacob' Age
Putting into eqn:
x%2Bx%2B8=38yrs
2x=38-8=30 , divide both terms by 2
highlight%28x=15yrs%29, Anthony's Age
highlight%2815%2B8=23yrs%29, Jacob's Age
Check,
15%2B23=38
38=38
Thank you,
Jojo