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Question 901686: Tom is five years older than Bob. In 4 years , Tom will be twice as old as Bob is now . How old are they?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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b is Bob's age NOW. Tom b%2B5
In 4 years...
(b+5) + 4 = 2(b+4)
1 = b, Bob's age NOW. Tom is 6 1%2B5
And..
10 = 2(5)