Helen and Paris

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When they were very young lovers, the combined ages of Helen of Troy and her friend Paris totalled 44 years. Paris was twice as old as Helen was when Paris was half as old as Helen was to be when Helen was three times as old as Paris was when Paris was three times as old as Helen.

When their combined ages totalled 44 years, how old were they ?

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Not worth the effort. What's it worth to you?

[Rebrabpilihp]

It's a challenge. Only one person I've ever given this teaser to has ever got the right answer. Is it not worth your effort because it's too easy or too difficult.