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Question 1041471
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Ten years ago John was four times as old as bill. now he is only twice as old as bill. find their present ages.
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Solve the 2X2 system for
(Jim's age) and
(Bill's age). Hint: Solve by substitution.
John
My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
