SOLUTION: Annilee's present age is two-thirds of Jessie's present age. In 12 years the sum of their ages will be 54 years. Find their present ages.

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Question 630380: Annilee's present age is two-thirds of Jessie's present age. In 12 years the sum of their ages will be 54 years. Find their present ages.
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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54-24=30
x+2/3x=30
5/3x=30
5x=90
x=90/5
x=18
2/3*18=12