SOLUTION: Beth is 6 years younger than twice her brother’s age. How old is Beth? Beth’s brother is 5 years old.

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Question 1138105: Beth is 6 years younger than twice her brother’s age. How old is Beth? Beth’s brother is 5 years old.
Found 2 solutions by ikleyn, josgarithmetic:
Answer by ikleyn(52786) About Me  (Show Source):
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Beth is  2*5 - 6 = 4 years old.


Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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brother is 5 years old.
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-6%2B2%2A5--------------Beth's age





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