SOLUTION: Nine years ago, Sally's uncle was 2 times older than Sally was at that time. In twelve years, Sally's age will be 32/43rd that of his uncle. How old is Sally right now?

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Question 876601: Nine years ago, Sally's uncle was 2 times older than Sally was at that
time. In twelve years, Sally's age will be 32/43rd that of his uncle.
How old is Sally right now?

Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 
Hi
u - 9 = 2(s-9) 0r u = 2s - 9
s + 12 = (32/43)(2s-9 + 12)
s + 12 = (32/43)(2s + 3)
43s + 12•43 = 64s +96
420 = 21s
20 = s, Sally's age
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