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23 February, 17:15

Harold was 5 years older than Mary. In 10 years he found that 4 times his age exceeded twice Mary's age by only 50. How old were Harold and Mary in the beginning?

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  1. 23 February, 17:25
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    in the beginning

    Harold X+5

    Mary X

    In 10 years

    Harold X+5+10 X+15

    Mary X+10

    4 (X+15) - 2 (X+10) = 50

    4X+60-2X-20=50

    2X+40=50

    2X=50-40

    2X=10

    X = 10:2

    X=5

    Harold At The Beginning 5+5=10

    Mary At The Beginning 5
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