SOLUTION: the age of the older of two boys is twice that of the younger; 5 years ago it was three times that of the younger. find the age of each

Algebra ->  Customizable Word Problem Solvers  -> Age -> SOLUTION: the age of the older of two boys is twice that of the younger; 5 years ago it was three times that of the younger. find the age of each      Log On

Ad: Over 600 Algebra Word Problems at edhelper.com


    

Question 1005812: the age of the older of two boys is twice that of the younger; 5 years ago it was three times that of the younger. find the age of each
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x younger y older
system%28y=2x%2Cy-5=3%28x-5%29%29