SOLUTION: My father is 8 years older than twice my cousin. My father is 48 years old. How old is my cousin?

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Question 527380: My father is 8 years older than twice my cousin. My father is 48 years old. How old is my cousin?
Answer by oberobic(2304) About Me  (Show Source):
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2c + 8 = 48, where c = cousin's age.
2c = 40
c = 20