SOLUTION: Michelle is three times as old as her daughter Precious. Michelle’s present age is two less than twice Precious age seven years from now. Find their present ages

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Question 1169847: Michelle is three times as old as her daughter Precious. Michelle’s present age is two less than twice Precious age seven years from now. Find their present ages
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Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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Answer by ikleyn(52786) About Me  (Show Source):