SOLUTION: The sum of Jason’s age and his brother’s age is 55. Jason is 7 years younger than his brother. How old is Jason?

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Question 1162570: The sum of Jason’s age and his brother’s age is 55. Jason is 7 years younger than his brother. How old is Jason?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39618) About Me  (Show Source):
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Brother is seven years older than Jason.

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