The sum of the ages of Josh and Shannon is 80 years. 10 years ago, Josh's age was 2 times Shannon's age. How old is Josh now?

Question

Age Problems

Answer 1

J + S = 80

 

J-10 = 2(S-10)

 

J = 2(S-10)+10 = 2s - 20+10 = 2s - 10

 

2s-10+s = 80

 

3s = 90

s=30

 

Josh is 50 and Shannon is 30.

10 years ago they were 40 and 20.