SOLUTION: Jake is 8 times older than his older sister Lake. 29 Years ago, Jake was 5 times as old as lake was. determine their present ages.

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Question 1127002: Jake is 8 times older than his older sister Lake. 29 Years ago, Jake was 5 times as old as lake was. determine their present ages.
Answer by ikleyn(52786) About Me  (Show Source):
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    Jake is 8 times older than his older sister Lake

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