SOLUTION: hugo is eight years older than gabby. in five years, hugo will be twice as old as gabby.how old is each now? I know the ages are 11 and 3. I just can't get can't show work.

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Question 524731: hugo is eight years older than gabby. in five years, hugo will be twice as old as gabby.how old is each now?
I know the ages are 11 and 3. I just can't get can't show work.
Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
"hugo is eight years older than gabby" ___ h = g + 8

"in five years, hugo will be twice as old as gabby" ___ h + 5 = 2(g + 5)

looks like substitution might be easiest