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Lawrence is 12 years older than Patrick's age

Lawrence now 

Question states***Last year, he was twice as old as Patrick. 

***(x+12)-1 = 2(x-1)

  x + 11 = 2x - 2

      13 = x, Patrick's age NOW. Lawrence is now 25 years old.

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