SOLUTION: James is 4 years older than Paul. In two years their ages will total 50. How old is James now?

Question 1052748: James is 4 years older than Paul. In two years their ages will total 50. How old is James now?

Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let = James' age now
Let = Paul's age now
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(1)
(2)
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(2)
and
(1)
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Add (1) and (2)

and
(2)
92)
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James is 25
Paul is 21
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check:

OK

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