SOLUTION: tyler is six years older than his sister , and the sum of their ages is 32. how old is tyler ? how old is his sister ?

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Question 940203: tyler is six years older than his sister , and the sum of their ages is 32. how old is tyler ? how old is his sister ?
Found 2 solutions by ewatrrr, brysca:
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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x Sister's age, Tylerx%2B6
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(x+6) + x = 32
2x = 26
x = 13, Sister's age. Tyler is 19 13%2B6
And..checking
sum = 32

Answer by brysca(112) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
solution posted below
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hope this helps!