SOLUTION: Scott’s age is 11 less than three times Kathy’s age. 4 years from now, Scott will be twice as old as Kathy will be. Find their current ages.

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Question 1170854: Scott’s age is 11 less than three times Kathy’s age. 4 years from now, Scott will be twice as old as Kathy will be. Find their current ages.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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system%28y=3x-11%2Cy%2B4=2%28x%2B4%29%29

3x-11%2B4=2x%2B8
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x=11-4%2B8
highlight%28x=15%29----------Kathy
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highlight%28y=34%29----------Scott