SOLUTION: Jacob is 12 years younger than twice Elizabeth age. Jacob is 28 years old. How old is Elizabeth?

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Question 1073386: Jacob is 12 years younger than twice Elizabeth age. Jacob is 28 years old. How old is Elizabeth?
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J = 28
J = 2E-12
2E-12 = 28
2E = 40
E = 20
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Check:
2E-12 = 28
2(20)-12 = 28
40-12 = 28 Correct