Maria is three times as old as her brother.In 4 years,Maria will be twice as old as he will be then.How old is Maria's brother now?
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Help need equation
Let x = maria's age and y = her brother's.
x = 3y
(x+4) = 2(y+4)
Substitute 3y for x in second equation and solve for y. Insert that value into the first equation and solve for x. Check by inserting both values into the second equation.
x = 3y
(x+4) = 2(y+4)
Substitute 3y for x in second equation and solve for y. Insert that value into the first equation and solve for x. Check by inserting both values into the second equation.
6=24
y=4
x=12
x=12
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