Edwin's mother is 57 years old. Her age is three years more than twice Edwin's age. What is Edwin's age

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Answer 1

edwin age = x

 

Her age is three years more than twice Edwin's age.

 

2x + 3 = 57

 

2x =54

 

x =27

 

edwin age = x=27

 

Answer 2

Hi Kristen,

 

Let Edwin's age be x. Then, her mother's age is 2x+3, which is equal to 57.

 

2x + 3 = 57

2x = 54

x = 27