SOLUTION: Two thirds Kay's age increases by 12 is equal to twice her age decreased by 3. How old is Kay?
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Question 995834: Two thirds Kay's age increases by 12 is equal to twice her age decreased by 3. How old is Kay?
Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Two thirds Kay's age increased by 12 is equal to twice her age decreased by 3. How old is Kay?
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Equation:
(2/3)(k + 12) = 2(k-3)
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(2/3)k + 8 = 2k-6
(4/3)k = 14
k = (3/4)14
k = 42/4
k = 10 1/2 years
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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