SOLUTION: Carlos is 5 years younger than twice Stephanie’s age. If Carlos is 13 years old then how old is Stephanie?

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Question 1173043: Carlos is 5 years younger than twice Stephanie’s age. If Carlos is 13 years old then how old is Stephanie?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
 
Hi,
Let x be Stephanie's age
Bill age = 2x - 5
13 = 2x-5
18 = 2x
x = 9 Stephanie's age when Bill is 13
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13 = 18 - 5 checks!
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