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Anus mom is 12 years more than twice Anus age. After 8 years she will be 20 years less than 3 times Anus age. Find their ages.

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Let the present age of Anu = x yrsSo, present age of Anu's mother = 2x + 12 yrsAFTER 8 YEARS :Anu's age = x+8 yrsMother's age = 2x+20 yrsAccording to question : 2x + 20 = 3x+8 - 202x + 20 = 3x + 24 - 202x + 20 = 3x + 4-x = -16x = 16So, present age of Anu = 16 yrsPresent age of mother = 2×16+12 = 32 + 12 = 44 yrs

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