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The sum of Andys, James, and Declans age is 33. What will the sum their ages in 3 years

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Answer:

one hundred and two years

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Answer:

42

Explanation:

Each ages at the same rate. In 3 years, all will be 3 years older.

Application

The sum of their ages now is ...

A +J +D = 33

In 3 years, the sum will be ...

(A +3) +(J +3) +(D +3) = (A +J +D) +(3 +3 +3) = 33 +9 = 42

In 3 years, the sum of their ages will be 42.