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  • 21-07-2022
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John is twice as old as Peter. In 8 years, John's age will be 2 more than the sum of their present ages. How old is John now?​

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  • 21-07-2022

Answer:12

Step-by-step explanation:

Peter's age = x

John's age = y

y=2x

after 8 years = y+8=y+x+2

=(y-y)+8-2=x

=6=x

y=2(6)=12

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