SOLUTION: The difference in Ron’s age and Joan’s age is 9 years. In 3 years, Ron will be twice as old as Joan. How old is each now? Solve as a system of equations using y and x

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Question 1178180: The difference in Ron’s age and Joan’s age is 9 years. In 3 years, Ron will be twice as old as Joan. How old is each now?
Solve as a system of equations using y and x

Found 2 solutions by ikleyn, josgarithmetic:
Answer by ikleyn(52800) About Me  (Show Source):
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In 3 years, Ron will be 18 years old, while Joan will be 9 years old.



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