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6 June, 03:46

Xavier and Madeline's age combined is 28. Xavier is 4 yrs older than half of Madeline's age. How old will Xavier be in 2 yrs?

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  1. 6 June, 05:47
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    14 years old

    Step-by-step explanation:

    let x = Xavier's age

    let y = Madeline's age

    Use linear function:

    x+y=28

    x=1/2y + 4

    x+y=28

    x-1/2y=4

    Multiply 2nd equation by 2

    x+y=28

    2x-y=8

    Add

    3x=36

    x=12

    12+2=14

    y=16
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