SOLUTION: Hansel is 12 years less than four times Gretel's age. In 6 years, Hansel''s age will be 3 years more than half Gretel's age. What are their 2 ages?

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Question 1133042: Hansel is 12 years less than four times
Gretel's age. In 6 years, Hansel''s age will
be 3 years more than half Gretel's age.
What are their 2 ages?

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hansel is 12 years less than four times
Gretel's age.
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H = 4G - 12
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In 6 years, Hansel''s age will
be 3 years more than half Gretel's age.
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H + 6 = (1/2)*(G+6) + 3
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What are their 2 ages?
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