SOLUTION: Mary is ten years younger than twice Susan's age. Five years from now, Mary will be 8 years older than Susan at that time. How old are Susan and Mary?

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Question 283446: Mary is ten years younger than twice Susan's age. Five years from now, Mary will be 8 years older than Susan at that time. How old are Susan and Mary?
Answer by JBarnum(2146) About Me  (Show Source):
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M=2S-10
M+5=8+S+5
2S-10=8+S
S=18
M=26