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Question 807253: Sophie is 6 years older than her sister. their combined ages are 30 years. how old are they?
Answer by tommyt3rd(5050) About Me  (Show Source):
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trial and error leads us to...
11+17=28
12+18=30
Sophia is 18, her sister is 12