Alicia is x years old. her aunt is three times her age. in 8 years, their total combined age will 48 years.

a. write a linear equation for their total age in 8 years.

b. find alicia and her aunt's present age.

first answer will get brainiest.

Step-by-step explanation:

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Alicia=x

Aunt=3x

48=(Alicia+8)+(aunt+8)

48=x+8+3x+8

48=4x+16

Part a: 48=4x+16

Part b:

48=4x+16

32=4x

8=x

Angie is currently 8 years old.

Aunt=3x=3•8=24

Alicia's aunt is currently 24 years old.

the correct answer is you spend $55.78 more in a brand store that buy ing in a normal store.

step-by-step explanation:

brand = spend   $ 135.85 total

store = spend $80.07 total