SOLUTION: Mary's age is 12, which is 4 less than 2 times Donald's age

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Question 855227: Mary's age is 12, which is 4 less than 2 times Donald's age

Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,
Let x represent Donald's age
Question States***
2x-4 = 12
2x = 16
x = 8, Donald's age