SOLUTION: I'm 46 and trying to refresh my algebra Erin's age is 3 times Warren's. In 4 years she will be twice as old as he will be. How old is each now?

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Question 459944: I'm 46 and trying to refresh my algebra
Erin's age is 3 times Warren's. In 4 years she will be twice as old as he will be. How old is each now?


Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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e=3w
e+4=2*(w+4)
3w+4=2w+8
w=4
e=12
check
2*(4+4)=12+4
16=16
ok