SOLUTION: William's age is 4 years less than twice Scott's age. The sum of their ages is 17. How old is each person?

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Question 1189531: William's age is 4 years less than twice Scott's age. The sum of their ages is 17. How old is each person?
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William's age is 4 years less than twice Scott's age. The sum of their ages is 17. How old is each person?
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W = 2S - 4
W + S = 17
---------------------- Subtract