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Matthew and Elizabeth have a combined age of 19 years. Matthew is 5 years older than Elizabeth.

How old is Matthew?

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Matthew is 12 yrs old and Elizabeth is 7yrs old
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Matthew is 12 and Elizabeth is 7

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