SOLUTION: Julian is 87 years younger than Monique. 7 years ago, Monique's age was 4 times Julian's age. How old is Julian now?

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Question 1171063: Julian is 87 years younger than Monique. 7 years ago, Monique's age was 4 times Julian's age. How old is Julian now?

Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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Monique is also 87 years OLDER than Julian.
Monique's age, j%2B87.

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7 years ago, Monique's age was 4 times Julian's age.
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