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Question 804169: Melissa's cousin is five years younger than she is. In two years, Melissa will be twice as old as her cousin. How old are they?
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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m=c+5,
(m+2)=2*(c+2)
c+5+2=2c+4
3=c
m=8