SOLUTION: The sum of Jessie and Maryann’s ages is 42 years. In 12 years, Maryann’s age will be double Jessie’s current age. What is Maryann’s present age, in years?

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Question 852841: The sum of Jessie and Maryann’s ages is 42 years. In 12 years, Maryann’s age will be double Jessie’s current age. What is Maryann’s present age, in years?
Answer by Seutip(231)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
In 12 years:
Jessie - x
Maryann - 2x
Present:
Jessie - x-12
Maryann - 2x-12

x-12+2x-12=42
3x-24=42
3x=18
x=6
Therefore:
Jessie is 6 while Maryann is 12. :)
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