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The sum of Andy and Brett's ages is 44. Andy's age is 8 more than twice Brett's age. What are the variables in this situation?

The sum of Andy and Brett's ages is 44. Andy's age is 8 more than twice Brett's age. What are the variables in this situation?
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The sum of Andy and Brett's ages is 44. Andy's age is 8 more than twice Brett's age. What are the variables in this situation?

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User Ruben Verschueren
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Answer:

x and y

Explanation:

x + (2x+8) = 44

3x+8=44

3x=36

x=12

Brett is 12. Andy is 32

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User Murray Sagal
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x + (2x+8) = 44

3x+8=44
3x=36
x=12
Brett is 12. Andy is 32
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