SOLUTION: Doris is 3 years older than her sister and in 2 years her age will be three times what her sister's age was last year. Find their present ages.

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Question 1120929: Doris is 3 years older than her sister and in 2 years her age will be three times what her sister's age was last year. Find their present ages.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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d, Doris
x, Sister

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x%2B3%2B2=3x-3
x%2B5=3x-3
8=2x
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