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Ron is 3 years older than Sherry, who is 4
years less than twice as old as John. Which of
the following represents Ron's age, if J = John's age?

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Answer:

2J - 1

Explanation:

Let J = John's age. Sherry is 4 years less than twice as old as John, so Sherry is 2J - 4 years old. Ron is 3 years older than Sherry, so Ron is 2J - 4 + 3 = 2J - 1 years old.

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