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Paula's age is 4 times Mary's present age. In 6 years time, the sum of their ages will be 57 years. Find their present ages.

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  1. 21 May, 08:50
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    Let's make the variable P and M.

    4M=P

    P+6+6+M=57

    Let's put the first equation in as Paula's age.

    4M+12+M=57

    5M+12=57

    5M=45

    45:5

    9

    Mary's present age is 9, so Paula's age is 36.

    Let's check the sum of their ages in 6 years.

    15+42

    57
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