SOLUTION: David is 56 years younger than Jenna. 2 years ago, Jenna's age was 3 times David's age. How old is David now?

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Question 1122423: David is 56 years younger than Jenna. 2 years ago, Jenna's age was 3 times David's age. How old is David now?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620) About Me  (Show Source):
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d, David
j, Jenna

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David is 56 years younger than Jenna.
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d=j-56


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2 years ago, Jenna's age was 3 times David's age.
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j-2=3%28d-2%29





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How old is David now?
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