Question 1121291
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The correct solution is below:


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R = 6*J
R+12 = 2*(J+12)


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6J + 12 = 2*J + 24

4J = 24 - 12 = 12


J = 3   ====>  R = 6*3 = 18.


<U>Answer</U>.  Richie is 18 yeras old.  Julie is  3 years old.
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Solved.


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