SOLUTION: The difference in Ron’s age and Joan’s age is 9 years. In 3 years, Ron will be twice as old as Joan. How old is each now? Solve as a system of equations using y and x

Question 1178180: The difference in Ron’s age and Joan’s age is 9 years. In 3 years, Ron will be twice as old as Joan. How old is each now?
Solve as a system of equations using y and x
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Answer by ikleyn(52800) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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In 3 years, Ron will be 18 years old, while Joan will be 9 years old.

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