SOLUTION: Marlyns age in 15 years will be twice it was 17 years ago how old is she

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Question 1106606: Marlyns age in 15 years will be twice it was 17 years ago how old is she

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M + 15 = 2*(M-17)

M + 15 = 2M - 34

15 + 34 = M


Answer.  M = 49.

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