SOLUTION: Michael is triple the age of his younger brother Jason. In 4 years, Michael will be twice Jason's age. How old will Michael be in 8 years from now?

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Question 1067175: Michael is triple the age of his younger brother Jason. In 4 years, Michael will be twice Jason's age. How old will Michael be in 8 years from now?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
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j=m%2F3
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m%2B4=2%28m%2F3%2B4%29
3m%2B12=2%28m%2B12%29
3m%2B12=2m%2B24
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