SOLUTION: Adam is currently 9 years older than Brad. In 5 years, Adam will be double Brad's age. By writing equations, find Adam and Brad's age.

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Question 856900: Adam is currently 9 years older than Brad. In 5 years, Adam will be double Brad's age. By writing equations, find Adam and Brad's age.
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

Let x represent Brad's age   ⇒  +highlight_green%28x%2B9%29 is Adams's age

Question States*** in 5 years...

 (x+9) + 5 = 2(x+5)

   x + 14 = 2x + 10

        4 = x, Brad's age.  Adam is 13

CHECKING our answer*** In 5 years, Adam will be double Brad's age.

  18 = 2•9

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