Pat is five years older than her brother. two years from now, the sum of thier ages is 23. find their present ages?
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Subject:
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Author:
fulgencioelliott -
Created:
1 year ago
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Answer:
Brother= 7 years
Pat= 12 years
Explanation:
Age of brother be x
Pat's present age will be thus, x+5
After 2 years=>
Age of brother= x+2
Pat's age= x+5+2
= x+7
Sum of there ages= 23
therefore, x+2+x+7=23
2x=14
x=7
Present ages=>
Brother= 7 years
Pat= 12 years
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