SOLUTION: Jonathan is ten yrs older than Michael, in 5 yrs Michael will be twice his age. How old is Michael?

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Question 809745: Jonathan is ten yrs older than Michael, in 5 yrs Michael will be twice his age. How old is Michael?
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, richwmiller:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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Jonathan is ten yrs older than Michael, in 5 yrs Michael will be twice his age. How old is Michael?
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The age difference will always be 10 years
--> in 5 yrs they'll be 10 & 20

Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
j=m+10
m+5=2m
m=5
j=15