SOLUTION: Arthur weighs 34 lbs more than twice Lily's weight. Their combined weight is 18 lbs more than four times Lily's weight. How much does Arthur weigh?

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Question 900353: Arthur weighs 34 lbs more than twice Lily's weight. Their combined weight is 18 lbs more than four times Lily's weight. How much does Arthur weigh?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi

Lily's weight: x

(2x+34) + x = 4x + 18

     16 = x, Lily's weight.  Jack weighs 66

And..

 82 = 64 + 18