SOLUTION: The sum of the ages of Bryce and Sonya is 72 years old. 6 years ago, Bryce’s age was 3 times Sonya’s age. How old is Bryce now?
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Question 1125348: The sum of the ages of Bryce and Sonya is 72 years old. 6 years ago, Bryce’s age was 3 times Sonya’s age. How old is Bryce now?
Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Let = Bryce’s age now
Let = Sonya’s age now
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(1)
(2)
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(2)
(2)
Subtract (2) from (1)
(1)
(2)
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And
(1)
(1)
Bryce is 51 now
——————————-
Check:
(2)
(2)
(2)
(2)
OK
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