Lucy's age is a. Jacob is eight year older than Lucy. Half of Jayne's age is the same as Jacob's age. How old is Jayne?

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Lucy's age is a.

Jacob is eight years older than Lucy.

Half of Jayne's age is the same as Jacob's age.

How old is Jayne? (Written as an algebraic expression)

 

1.4 ACSF L5 SC Algebra: Algebraic Expression
Lucy's age is a.
Jacob is eight year older than Lucy.
Half of Jayne's age is the same as Jacob's age.
How old is Jayne?
Transcribed Image Text:1.4 ACSF L5 SC Algebra: Algebraic Expression Lucy's age is a. Jacob is eight year older than Lucy. Half of Jayne's age is the same as Jacob's age. How old is Jayne?
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