SOLUTION: Algebra II...Word problem:
Joe is 10 years older than James. In 8 years, twice Joe's age will will equal 3 times Jame's age. How old is each now?....Nick
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Question 301110: Algebra II...Word problem:
Joe is 10 years older than James. In 8 years, twice Joe's age will will equal 3 times Jame's age. How old is each now?....Nick
Answer by mananth(16946) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
let james age be x
Joe will be x+10
after 8 years their ages will be
x+8 & x+10+8
3(x+8) = 2(x+18)
3x+24=2x+36
x=12 jame's age
joe's age = x+10 = 22
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