SOLUTION: Alice is 3 years older than bob. In 7 years, twice her age will be 3 less than 3 times his age. find their ages now

SOLUTION: Alice is 3 years older than bob. In 7 years, twice her age will be 3 less than 3 times his age. find their ages now

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Question 1053138: Alice is 3 years older than bob. In 7 years, twice her age will be 3 less than 3 times his age. find their ages now
Answer by FrankM(1040) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
A=B+3
2(A+7)=3(B+7)-3
2(B+3+7)=3(B+7)-3
2B+20=3B+18
B=2 A=5
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