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If Lina is three times as old as Nick, and in 6 years she will be twice as old as he, how old are they now

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Answer:

Lina 18 and nick is 6

Explanation:

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Answer:

Luna is 18, Nick is 6 years old

Explanation:

Luna = l, Nick = n

  • l = 3n
  • l + 6 = 2( n+ 6)

Substitute l in the second equation

  • 3n + 6 = 2n + 12
  • 3n - 2n = 12 - 6
  • n = 6

Then

  • l = 3*6 = 18
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