Question 710892
Anne is twice the age of Jim. In six years, their ages will total 60. How old is each now? 
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let x=Jim's age
2x=Anne's age
In 6 years:
x+6=Jim's age
2x+6=Anne's age
x+6+2x+6=60
3x=60-12
3x=48
x=16
2x=32
Jim's age=16
Anne's age=32
You just missed the last step!