SOLUTION: Sharon is 38 years old. The sum of the ages of Sharon and Peter is 65. How old is Peter?

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Question 932839: Sharon is 38 years old.
The sum of the ages of Sharon and Peter is 65.
How old is Peter?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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x Peter's age
Sharon is 38 years old.
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The sum of the ages of Sharon and Peter is 65.
x + 38 = 65
x = 27, Peter's age