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Sam and Harry are family. Sam is currently three times Harry's age. Sam's age is also 10 more than twice Harry's age. The following system of equations models this scenario:

x = 3y
x = 10 + 2y

What are their current ages?

Sam is 24 years old, and Harry is 8 years old.
Sam is 39 years old, and Harry is 13 years old.
Sam is 27 years old, and Harry is 9 years old.
Sam is 30 years old, and Harry is 10 years old.

User Urko
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Answer: Sam is 30 years old, and Harry is 10 years old.

Explanation:

User Ponomarenko Oleh
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Answer:

sam is 30 and harry is 10

Explanation:

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