Reese M.
asked • 09/07/18
Jonas is 5 years younger than his brother. 3 years ago, the sum of their ages was 23. How old is each now?
Carol H.
answered • 09/07/18
Experienced Mathematics Tutor w/ Master's Degree in Math
Let x = the brother's age
Let x - 5 = Jonas' age
Ages three years ago:
brother, x - 3
Jonas, x - 5 - 3 = x - 8
x - 8 + x - 3 = 23
2x = 34
x = 17
x - 5 = 12
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