Question 268349: Kathy is 6 years younger than Bill. Twelve years ago, Bill twice as old as Kathy was then. How old are they now? Answer by josmiceli(19441) (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! = Kathy's age now = Bill's age now
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From (1)
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Add (1) and (2)
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Kathy is 18 and Bill is 24
check:
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OK