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Maggie's brother is 5 years younger than three times her age. The sum of their ages is 23.

How old is Maggie?

User Tarrence
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Answer:

8

Explanation:

5 times 3 =15 23 minus 15 is three

User ChemicalNova
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Answer:8

Step-by-step explanation: 5 x 3= 15

23-15=8

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