SOLUTION: Megan is twice as old as Anne. Six years ago, Megan was 4 times as old as Anne. How old are they now?

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Question 1082880: Megan is twice as old as Anne. Six years ago, Megan was 4 times as old as Anne. How old are they now?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39618) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
m, Megan
a, Annie

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2a-6=4%28a-6%29
2a-6=4a-24
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