SOLUTION: Ann is 3 years older than Helen. If twice the sum of their ages is 50 years how old is ann?

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Question 899454: Ann is 3 years older than Helen. If twice the sum of their ages is 50 years how old is ann?
Answer by swincher4391(1107) About Me  (Show Source):
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a = h+3 -> a-3 = h
2(a+h) = 50
2(a+(a-3)) = 50
2(2a-3) = 50
4a - 6 = 50
4a = 56
a = 14