SOLUTION: Andrew is 6 years older than his brother. In 4 years he will be twice as old as his brother. Find the present age of each.

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Question 1185375: Andrew is 6 years older than his brother. In 4 years he will be twice as
old as his brother. Find the present age of each.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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Andrew, b+6
Brother, b

%28b%2B6%29%2B4=2%28b%2B4%29
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b%2B10=2b%2B8
b=2------------His brother

8--------------Andrew