Diane is 23 years older than her daughter amy. in 6 years diane will be twice as old as amy. how old are they now?

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Vivian Blevins

15 August, 11:01

Diane is 23 years older than her daughter amy. in 6 years diane will be twice as old as amy. how old are they now?

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Alexis Escobar · Answer 1

Today In 6 years

Diane (D) : = A + 23 (A + 23) + 6 = A + 29

Amy (A) : A (A) + 6 = A + 6

A + 29 = 2 (A + 6)

A + 29 = 2A + 12

29 = A + 12

17 = A

Diane (D) : = A + 23 = (17) + 23 = 40

Answer: Diane = 40, Amy = 17