Hi,

justin is 2 years older than ethan, age . 

 in 9 years the sum of thier ages will be 30. find the ages of each boy

  (x+9) + [(x+2) + 9] = 60   ***

      2x = 40

       x = 20, Ethan's age.  Justin is 22

CHECKING our Answer*** In 9 years...

  29 + 31 = 60 

Answer by kayazay(3)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 30-18 = 12 (9years for each boy)

half is 6 but 2 years separates them

i got 5 Ethan and 7 Justin



check..

5 + 9 = 14

7 + 9 = 16

14 + 16 = 30 

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