SOLUTION: Lisa will be half as old as her brother in five years. How old will she be in seven years if her brother is now nine?

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Question 877529: Lisa will be half as old as her brother in five years. How old will she be in seven years if her brother is now nine?
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Lisa will be half as old as her brother in five years. How old will she be in seven years if her brother is now nine?
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At present:
Brother's age=9
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In 5 years:
Brother's age=9+5=14
Lisa's age=14/2=7
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In 7 years:
Lisa's age=7+2=9