SOLUTION: The ratio of James age to Andys age is 2:7. In 8 years time, the ratio will become 2:5. Find james present age.

Algebra ->  Customizable Word Problem Solvers  -> Age -> SOLUTION: The ratio of James age to Andys age is 2:7. In 8 years time, the ratio will become 2:5. Find james present age.      Log On

Ad: Over 600 Algebra Word Problems at edhelper.com


    

Question 1101870: The ratio of James age to Andys age is 2:7. In 8 years time, the ratio will become 2:5. Find james present age.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
system%28j%2Fa=2%2F7%2C%28j%2B8%29%2F%28a%2B8%29=2%2F5%29

Solve the system for j and a.