The sum of the present ages of John, Anthony, and Nancy is 210 years. Thirty-five years ago, the age of John is twice the sum of the ages of Anthony and Nancy. In twenty-five years, the sum of John’s age and twice the age of Anthony is 10 less than thrice the age of Nancy. Find the difference between the present ages of Anthony and Nancy.

The sum of the present ages of John, Anthony, and Nancy is 210 years. Thirty-five years ago, the age of John is twice the sum of the ages of Anthony and Nancy. In twenty-five years, the sum of John’s age and twice the age of Anthony is 10 less than thrice the age of Nancy. Find the difference between the present ages of Anthony and Nancy.

Elementary Algebra

17th Edition

ISBN:9780998625713

Author:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Publisher:Lynn Marecek, MaryAnne Anthony-Smith

Chapter3: Math Models

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 441PT: Two planes leave Dallas at the same time. One heads east at a speed of 428 miles per hour. The other...

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