SOLUTION: David is 3 years older than his brother John. Three years ago John's age was 6 more than one-fourth of David's age. What are their present ages? I have been confused and frustrated
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Question 669962: David is 3 years older than his brother John. Three years ago John's age was 6 more than one-fourth of David's age. What are their present ages? I have been confused and frustrated for hours please help!
Answer by ReadingBoosters(3246) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
D = J+3
J-3 = 6 + D
...
J-3 = 6 + (J+3)
J-3 = 6 +
...
J - J = 6 + + 3
J = 9 +
J =
J =
years old
...
D = 13 + 3
years old
...
Check
13 - 3 = 10
6 + (16) = 10
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