Question 1167239
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Sara = x

Melissa = x-3


    x + (x-3) = 15

    2x - 3    = 15

    2x        = 15 + 3 = 18

     x                 = 18/2 = 9.


<U>ANSWER</U>.  Sara is 9 years old.
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