SOLUTION: The sum of Lisa's age and Myra's age is 19. In 10 years, Lisa will be 5 years older than Myra. How old is each girl now?

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Question 1131252: The sum of Lisa's age and Myra's age is 19. In 10 years, Lisa will be 5 years older than Myra. How old is each girl now?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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Now or 10 years from now makes no difference. They are the same age difference at either time.

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Easily use Elimination Method.