SOLUTION: Bryce is 68 years younger than Nicole. 8 years ago Nicole’s age was 3 times bryces age. How old is Bryce now?

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Question 1165731: Bryce is 68 years younger than Nicole. 8 years ago Nicole’s age was 3 times bryces age. How old is Bryce now?
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Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Bryce is 68 years younger than Nicole. 8 years ago Nicole’s age was 3 times bryces age. How old is Bryce now?
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68 years difference is constant.
3 times as old ---> Age + 68 = 3*Age
etc