The sum of the ages of Austin and Hillary is 71 years.

Question

The sum of the ages of Austin and Hillary is 71 years. 7 years ago, Austin's age was 2 times Hillary's age. How old is Austin now?

Answer 1

A + H = 71

71-14, A is 2 times H

57/3 = 19

19*2 = 38

Austin was 38 years old then.

Add 7 years to get Austin's age now:

38 + 7 = 45

Austin is 45 years old now.