SOLUTION: The sum of the ages of Bill and Karla is 78 years. 12 years ago, Bill's age was 2 times Karla's age. How old is Bill now?

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Question 1150449: The sum of the ages of Bill and Karla is 78 years. 12 years ago, Bill's age was 2 times Karla's age. How old is Bill now?

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