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26 March, 16:27

Mrs. Kwok is 6 years more than 3 times as old as her son. Six years ago, she was 14 year more than twice as old as her son was then. Find both of their ages.

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  1. 26 March, 19:31
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    She's 28? While her son is 10?
  2. 26 March, 20:16
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    Mrs. Kwok is 42.

    Her daughter is 12.

    Step-by-step explanation: Mrs. Knok's age = x Daughter's age = y

    x-6=3y, (x-8) + 2=9 (y-8)

    x-6=9y-72

    (x-6) - (x-6) = (9y-72) - (3y) x-6=3 (12)

    0 = 6y-72 x-6=36

    6y=72 x=42

    y=12
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