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13) Nine years ago Aaron was half as old as Mary was. Now his age is two thirds of her age. Write a system of equations and find their ages now.

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter5: Systems Of Linear Equations

Section5.4: Solve Applications With Systems Of Equations

Problem 238E: Write a uniform motion problem similar to Example 5.42 that relates to where you live with your...

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